Miguel Uribe Turbay, a Colombian presidential candidate from the Centro Democratico party, was shot multiple times, including twice in the head, while speaking at a rally. His wife urges the nation to pray for his recovery, while the government and political leaders denounce the violence against democracy in Colombia.
Colombian Presidential Candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay Shot at Campaign Rally
Colombian Presidential Candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay Shot at Campaign Rally
Miguel Uribe Turbay, a 39-year-old presidential candidate, was critically injured after being shot three times during a campaign event in Bogota, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for prayers.
In a shocking incident, Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot three times, reportedly suffering two gunshot wounds to the head, while addressing supporters at a campaign rally in Bogota. The 39-year-old politician found himself under attack on Saturday evening in a public park, prompting immediate panic among attendees. Witnesses captured the moment on their phones, illustrating the chaos that unfolded as attendees scrambled to escape the scene.
Authorities apprehended a suspect at the location of the shooting, which has raised alarm among political leaders and citizens alike. Uribe’s wife, Maria Claudia Tarazona, has called for national prayers for his survival, stating, “Miguel is currently fighting for his life. Let us ask God to guide the hands of the doctors who are treating him.”
The Centro Democratico party, which Uribe represents, condemned the brutal attack, emphasizing its threat to the safety of political leaders and to the very fabric of democracy in Colombia. The government, led by left-wing President Gustavo Petro, expressed a firm stance against the incident, denouncing it as an “act of violence not only against his person but also against democracy.”
Miguel Uribe Turbay comes from a notable political family and recently declared his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections scheduled for next year. His family lineage includes a history of political engagement, with his mother, Diana Turbay, being a journalist who tragically lost her life in 1991 during a kidnapping rescue attempt by the infamous Medellin cartel, associated with Pablo Escobar. The incident sheds light on the ongoing threats faced by political figures in Colombia, amidst an atmosphere that continues to grapple with violence and instability.
