Shooting of Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe

Colombian senator and presidential candidate Miguel Uribe was shot during a campaign event in Bogotá. He is a member of the opposition right-wing Democratic Center party. A suspect has been taken into custody.

Colombian Mercenaries Arrested in Mexico

Colombian mercenaries hired by Cartel de Los Reyes in Mexico were responsible for an attack that killed six Mexican army soldiers. The mercenaries were arrested by Mexican military forces, along with local gunmen, weapons, and explosives.

Colombian Man Arrested for Cocaine Smuggling Under Toupee

A Colombian man was arrested at an airport in Cartagena for smuggling cocaine hidden under his toupee. Authorities found 19 cocaine capsules valued at over $10,000 concealed in his wig. The man was caught after being screened through a scanner at the airport.

Colombian National Convicted of Sexual Assault in Massachusetts

A Colombian national released by DHS was convicted of sexual assault in Massachusetts. He was apprehended by Border Patrol in Arizona, given probation for one year, and arrested by ICE for deportation. ICE is prioritizing public safety by removing such threats from communities.