Stories from Colombia

Armed men intercepted an ambulance in the Nariño department on April 26. Armed men intercepted a municipal ambulance in northern Nariño while it was transporting a wounded minor. The vehicle belongs to the Eduardo Santos Hospital. The incident is described as a grave violation of international humanitarian law. A hospital alert has been declared across the department's health network to activate contingency protocols and protect personnel. A department-wide hospital alert has been activated to safeguard personnel and ensure continuity of care. The incident occurred in the southwest region of the country. No specific details regarding casualties or the identity of the attackers were provided in the broadcast. Reports indicate the interception occurred in the southwest of Colombia, potentially involving individuals associated with alias Iván Mordisco.

A vehicle involved in a recent crime was located in a parking lot in the municipality of Suacha. Family members of the victims reported finding the truck following a search conducted by friends of the victims. The family expressed frustration regarding a perceived lack of attention from the Cundinamarca police. According to the family, police arrived at the scene between 6:30 and 6:40 AM but stated they could not take action.

Indigenous communities in the Cauca department have called for a day of marches and mobilization in Popayán today. The mobilization follows recent attacks affecting the local population. Local municipal authorities previously recommended that residents avoid movement during a recent public order incident. Public forces confirmed that the recent incident resulted in no injuries or fatalities. The call follows attacks that have affected the population on the Pan-American highway between Cauca and Nariño. They have called for a mobilization event in Popayán on Tuesday to advocate for life and peace. The movement responds to ongoing violence within the department. The demonstration, described as a day for life and peace, aims to reject recent acts of violence in the department. Human rights observatories reported a pattern of violence in the Cauca department.

The company Lilipink has acknowledged an ongoing investigation into alleged money laundering and smuggling following operations conducted in more than 300 stores. The company requested protection for its brand and employee jobs while the investigation by the Commission of the Mandatary proceeds. The report noted President Gustavo Petro visited the company's headquarters but subsequently traveled to Santa Marta and Cartagena.

Authorities are investigating the homicide of a young man committed by sicarios in northern Sincerejo. The victim has been identified as John Jairo Reyes Suárez, also known as 'el ñato'. The incident is currently under investigation by local officials. A 21-year-old mototaxista identified as John Jairo Reyes Suárez, known as 'el ñato', was killed by multiple gunshots in Sincerejo. The victim sustained head wounds during the attack and died at the scene despite attempts by neighbors to provide assistance. This incident brings the homicide count in Sucre department to 59. In Sincerejo, 19 homicides have been recorded so far this year, 14 of which were carried out by sicarios. Neighbors attempted to provide assistance before the victim passed away. Of those, 19 occurred in Sincerejo, with 14 classified as contract killings.

William Vera, secretary of the risk management unit, warned that mass removal phenomena have affected 19 municipalities. More than 26 municipalities are currently experiencing flooding. impacts are reported near the Cúcuta metropolitan area, specifically in Santiago, Santa Cayetano, Los Patios, and Villa de Rosario.

A couple and their 20-day-old baby were shot in the Cerro Occupado sector of Bogota on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred in the 'Congelador' area, which is characterized by difficult terrain and security issues. Police motorcycle patrols provided assistance to the injured parties. Authorities stated the facts of the incident are currently being verified.

The Boyacá department is establishing international cooperation with Peru to modernize the potato production chain. This initiative aims to benefit the regional agricultural sector by leveraging Peru's expertise in biodiversity and cultivation. Natalia Molano reported that the partnership is part of efforts to consolidate Boyacá as an agricultural department. The project is intended to modernize the production process to support the local economy. The partnership leverages Peru's status as a Latin American leader and global leader in potato biodiversity. Colombia and Peru are partnering to modernize potato production through a new initiative. The project aims to generate high benefits for the potato sector by utilizing ideal altitudinal soil for producing high-quality seeds. The initiative focuses on cooperation between the two neighboring countries.

An alert has been issued in Barichara, Santander, due to high water levels. The National Institute of Health issued a report revealing high water consumption risk levels in Barichara. This risk affects both the urban center and the surrounding rural districts. Community complaints regarding water quality have increased in recent days, according to the report. Daniel Forero, spokesperson for the water oversight body, stated that the water quality risk index for April 2026 has reached levels. The water levels present a high risk for an upcoming concert. Local community members have filed multiple complaints regarding water quality in recent days. The risk level is recorded at 60 on the IRCA scale. This situation poses a danger to public health and may impact the local economy, which is heavily dependent on tourism. This water quality status is described as being at a level of sixty.

A medical team including a rural doctor, a nursing assistant, and an ambulance driver were caught in the middle of a combat between FARC dissidents and the national army in El Bordo, Cauca. He was accompanied by ministers and high-ranking members of the public forces during the intervention. Petro also addressed the health system crisis and ordered measures against certain EPS providers, specifically naming COSALUT as having the worst financial state. Additionally, Petro revealed an alleged bribery attempt related to an EPS. Interior Secretary Jaime Andrés Pérez stated that security presence is being reinforced with police and army authorities in the department to prevent public order disruptions. Measures are specifically being strengthened at the borders of municipalities including Génova. The measures target the borders of municipalities, specifically mentioning the area near Guapi.