
Colombian Senator Shot During Campaign Event
Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay was seriously injured on Saturday in a shooting attack during a campaign event in Bogotá. The attack occurred in the Modelia neighborhood. Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots. Mr. Turbay was rushed to a nearby clinic and is reported to be in serious but stable condition. Police have apprehended two suspects. "It was terrifying," said one eyewitness, who asked not to be identified. "We were all just standing there, listening to the senator speak, when suddenly we heard the shots." The incident has raised concerns about political violence in Colombia. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack. The incident underscores the risks faced by political figures during election campaigns.