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Colombian Senator Survives Surgery After Bogota Shooting

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
June 8, 2025
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Colombian Senator Survives Surgery After Bogota Shooting
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Colombian senator Miguel Uribe survived surgery after he was shot in the head during a campaign event in Bogota. The senator, who is being considered a potential presidential contender in the 2026 elections, remains in intensive care following a critical operation. The medical team confirmed that the initial procedures on his head and left thigh were successful, although his condition remains serious.

According to his wife, Maria Claudia Tarazona, “Miguel came out of surgery, he made it. Every hour is a critical hour. He fought his first battle, and it went well.” Her words have stirred emotional reactions among supporters, many of whom have flooded social media with prayers and calls for justice.

Uribe is a member of the Democratic Center, a right-wing opposition party. The attack happened at a public park in the Fontibon neighborhood of Bogota, where Uribe was speaking at a political gathering. A boy under 15 was arrested at the scene with a 9mm Glock-type pistol, according to the attorney general’s office.

Colombian Senator Survives Surgery After Bogota Shooting

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  • Shooting at Campaign Event Shocks Colombia
  • After Surgery, All Eyes on Uribe’s Recovery

Shooting at Campaign Event Shocks Colombia

The shooting shocked the country and has raised serious concerns about political violence ahead of the 2026 presidential elections. Although Uribe’s campaign is still in its early stages, the attempt on his life has already made headlines, not because of his policies, but because he survived what could have been a fatal attack.

Uribe, aged 39, comes from a well-known political family. His grandfather was president between 1978 and 1982, and his mother, journalist Diana Turbay, was kidnapped by men under the command of drug lord Pablo Escobar. She died during a rescue operation in 1991. This violent family history makes the shooting even more symbolic, and it raises questions about the recurrence of old patterns in Colombian politics.

President Gustavo Petro condemned the attack and called for a deep investigation into who might have ordered it. However, critics of Petro are already drawing connections between the president’s past rhetoric and the rise in political hostility. The U.S. also released a statement condemning the attack and blamed the tone of political discourse for increasing violence.

After Surgery, All Eyes on Uribe’s Recovery

Despite the chaos and uncertainty, the major news is this: Uribe survives surgery after Bogota shooting. That one fact is now dominating the conversation. While his long-term recovery is still unclear, his survival after such a critical operation is now being seen as a moment of hope in a country weighed down by fear and division.

The Santa Fe Foundation hospital confirmed that doctors are still working to stabilize his condition. The fact that Uribe made it out of surgery alive has shifted the public narrative from tragedy to resilience, at least for now.

For many Colombians, this is no longer about politics. This is about a man who was shot in the head in public and survived. This is about a wife praying for her husband’s life and a child who still has a father. And yet, this is also about a nation that must confront its violent political past, again.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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