Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, with no immediate confirmation from the authorities on the status of his condition

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, with no immediate confirmation from the authorities on the status of his condition

Title: Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay Shot in Bogota

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, with no immediate confirmation from the authorities on the status of his condition.

The incident occurred during a campaign event in the Fontibon district, where Uribe was meeting with supporters. A man reportedly approached Uribe and opened fire, striking him in the back. Uribe was rushed to a medical center in serious condition. A shootout followed, injuring at least one other person.

The Colombian government and opposition parties have condemned the attack. President Gustavo Petro expressed solidarity with Uribe and his family, stating that violence cannot be the way to address political differences. The Democratic Center party, of which Uribe is a member, described the attack as a serious threat to democracy and freedom in Colombia.

Miguel Uribe Turbay is a prominent figure in the Democratic Center party, known for his opposition to President Gustavo Petro's administration. The 39-year-old senator is the grandson of former President Julio Cesar Turbay and a protégé of former President Alvaro Uribe.

The attack has sparked concern among political observers and investors, highlighting the ongoing political tensions in Colombia. The incident comes amid President Petro's controversial plans to bypass Congress and push through a national referendum by presidential decree, a move that has been criticized as a threat to the country's constitutional order.

As of Saturday evening, no official statement had been released by Uribe’s campaign team. Investigations are ongoing, and the condition of Uribe remains unclear.

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