27 Days of Anguish: Colombia Holds its Breath as Environmental Director Remains Missing

Quibdó, Colombia: 27 Days Since Kidnapping of Codechocó Director, Arnold Rincón The director of the environmental organization Codechocó, Arnold Rincón, has been missing for 27 days. His family and colleagues are increasingly concerned, and a public demonstration was held in Quibdó to demand his release. The authorities are offering a reward for information. "It's been 27 days of anguish," said Andrea Estrella, a reporter for Noticias Caracol, reporting from Quibdó. "There is no concrete information about Arnold's condition or where he is being held." Yenilce Mena Córdoba, president of the National Environmental System workers, described Rincón as "a very friendly person, more like a colleague than a boss." She emphasized the impact Rincón's absence has on Codechocó's work. Bliderson Arboleda Montañez, Rincón's brother-in-law, appealed for his safe return, emphasizing the family's hope for his release. The video showed a crowd of people holding signs calling for peace and Rincón's freedom. The authorities have launched an operation to find Rincón, and a reward of 100 million pesos has been offered for information leading to his safe return. The community's hope for a resolution remains strong.