Cali Woman Survives Attempted Femicide, Criticizes Justice System's Response

A 35-year-old woman named Maryory Mera from Cali, Colombia, survived a brutal attack by her partner, a traffic officer, on June 9th, 2025. The aggressor, Luis Fernando Osorio Bermúdez, was arrested but released within 24 hours. Maryory, visibly bruised in the video, stated, "This was an attempted femicide, and I'm here today because I survived." She criticized the justice system for releasing her attacker without fully investigating the evidence. The Mayor's office and Casa Matria support her claims. Maryory's plea for justice and an end to impunity underscores the urgent need for stronger protections for victims of gender-based violence in Colombia. Her courage in speaking out serves as a powerful symbol of resilience and a call for systemic change.