[Colombia] Riots: Mob violence

On 4 April 2025, in Cachipay (Cundinamarca), a young girl was killed during a clash between a group of people and police officers who were carrying out a law enforcement operation. Although the reasons and details of the police procedure remain unclear, authorities stated that the officers were attacked with machetes and stones, prompting them to respond with firearms and an unidentified explosive. It is suspected that bullets fired by the police struck the girl and three other individuals, leading to her death. An investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances surrounding her killing. 1 fatality.

Severity

LOW

Occurred

2025-04-04

Country

Colombia

Event type

riot

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