Colombian Senator Shot During Bogota Rally: Presidential Hopeful Critically Injured

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Shot in Bogota; 15-Year-Old Detained Bogota, Colombia – A shocking attack unfolded in Bogota today, leaving Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a prominent presidential hopeful, critically injured. Police confirmed that Uribe was shot twice while addressing supporters at a political rally. Footage from the scene shows the chaotic aftermath as emergency services rushed Uribe to the hospital. "Emergency services rushed him to the hospital," reported CNN contributor Stefano Pozzebon. Authorities have detained a 15-year-old suspect found with a Glock pistol. The Attorney General’s Office is offering a substantial reward of up to $700,000 for information leading to further arrests and a clearer understanding of the attack's motives. The incident has sent shockwaves through the country and the political landscape. The political analyst Sergio Guzman commented on the potential impact on the upcoming presidential race. "The question now is how the different political factions react," Guzman stated, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the event's consequences. The attack also carries a painful personal resonance for Uribe's family, who witnessed similar violence in 1991 when his mother, journalist Diana Turbay, was kidnapped and killed by narco-traffickers. In response to the shooting, Colombian President Gustavo Petro canceled a planned visit to France, emphasizing the gravity of the situation and calling for a rejection of political violence. The investigation into this attack is ongoing, and the nation awaits further updates on Senator Uribe's condition and the unfolding political ramifications.