Background on Miguel Uribe and His Political Significance
Miguel Uribe, a 39-year-old senator and prominent member of the opposition party Centro Democrático, remains in critical condition with a reserved neurological prognosis at a Bogotá hospital. He has undergone multiple life-saving surgeries following the assassination attempt.
Interpol’s Red Notice for Elder José Arteaga (“El Costeño”)
On Friday, the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) issued a Red Notice for Elder José Arteaga, also known as “El Costeño,” who is accused of participating in the attack against Senator Uribe. The Red Notice targets Arteaga for his alleged role in orchestrating and employing a 15-year-old boy to carry out the shooting during a political rally in western Bogotá.
Charges Against Elder José Arteaga
According to General Carlos Fernando Triana, Director of the National Police, the Red Notice was approved and published by Interpol’s General Secretariat for the following charges:
- Attempted aggravated homicide
- Manufacturing, trafficking, and illegal possession of firearms or ammunition
- Using minors to commit crimes
Details of the Attack on Miguel Uribe
Senator Uribe suffered two gunshot wounds to the head and one to his left thigh during the assassination attempt. The minor accused of shooting Uribe was apprehended immediately after the attack, and three additional individuals have been arrested for their alleged involvement in logistics and organization of the attack.
Possible Flight of Elder José Arteaga
The police are investigating the possibility that Elder José Arteaga may have fled to a neighboring country.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Miguel Uribe? Miguel Uribe is a 39-year-old Colombian senator and member of the opposition party Centro Democrático.
- What is a Red Notice? A Red Notice is a request to law enforcement agencies worldwide to locate and provisionally arrest an individual pending extradition, legal proceedings, or other actions based on their jurisdiction’s laws.
- Who is Elder José Arteaga (“El Costeño”)? Elder José Arteaga, also known as “El Costeño,” is a suspect in the assassination attempt against Senator Miguel Uribe.
- What charges does Arteaga face? Arteaga faces charges of attempted aggravated homicide, manufacturing, trafficking, and illegal possession of firearms or ammunition, as well as using minors to commit crimes.
- What is the current status of Miguel Uribe? Senator Uribe remains in critical condition with a reserved neurological prognosis after multiple life-saving surgeries.
