Miguel Uribe, a Colombian senator and rightwing opposition figure, was shot in the head during a campaign rally in Bogota on June 7. He underwent multiple surgeries but ultimately died at the age of 39. His wife expressed sorrow on social media, reflecting on their family and the need to raise their children alone. Uribe's death adds to the tragic history of his family, notably the murder of his mother by the Medellin cartel in 1991. Uribe had a notable political career, criticizing the leftwing president Gustavo Petro and winning a senate seat in the recent elections.
Miguel Uribe, a Colombian senator and potential presidential candidate, was shot in the head during a campaign event on June 7th. He died after multiple surgeries.
His death at age 39 adds tragedy to his family's history; his mother was kidnapped and killed by the Medellin cartel in 1991.
Uribe was known for his criticism of the leftwing administration of President Gustavo Petro and rose quickly in politics.
His maternal grandfather was Colombia's president from 1978 to 1982, and his paternal grandfather was a prominent political figure in the Liberal party.
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