The Institute for Development and Peace (Indepaz) brought attention to a grim development on Tuesday, revealing yet another massacre in Colombia. This time, the tragedy unfolded in the municipality of Soledad, located in the department of Atlántico, marking the alarming 75th such incident in the year 2023.
In a shocking act of violence, three individuals fell victim to hired gunmen in a public establishment situated in the San Antonio neighborhood of Soledad, Atlántico, according to the official report by Indepaz. The victims have been identified as Jean Carlos Betancourt, Franklin Guerrero, and Jair Rodríguez, while an additional three individuals sustained injuries in the attack.
Simultaneously, the Office of the Ombudsman (Defensoría del Pueblo) issued an Early Warning (AT) 022/23, shedding light on the prevalent confrontations and disputes among criminals in the Metropolitan Area of Barranquilla (AMBQ). The report emphasizes that these violent events extend to public spaces, with incidents occurring in highly frequented areas such as shopping centers, social clubs, and recreational sites, showcasing a disturbing pattern of individual and multiple homicides (massacres).
As authorities grapple with this disconcerting surge in violence, questions arise about the safety of public spaces and the need for comprehensive measures to address the underlying issues contributing to such tragic events. The community remains on edge as investigations unfold to apprehend those responsible for this latest act of brutality.
