Medellín, January 20, 2024 – Senator Piedad Córdoba, aged 68, passed away on Saturday under circumstances veiled in mystery. Believed to have suffered a fatal heart attack in her apartment, the late senator was swiftly transported to a medical facility by her security team. Despite efforts to revive her, she succumbed to her demise upon arrival.
Senator Córdoba, currently under investigation by the Supreme Court of Justice for alleged corruption, had faced health challenges preventing her from assuming her congressional role in 2022. In a poignant twist, the oath of office was administered at her bedside in the clinic by the President of the Senate, former Senator Roy Barreras.
The passing of Senator Piedad Córdoba signifies the conclusion of a political era and prompts inquiries into ongoing investigations. The absence of the senator raises questions about its impact on the political landscape. As reflections on her legacy unfold, the circumstances leading to her untimely death remain eagerly awaited.
