In a tragic incident in Rionegro, Antioquia, seven people were killed in an armed attack on a farm in the Alto del Perro sector, vereda Cabeceras. The attackers reportedly fled via the road towards El Capiro, in the jurisdiction of El Carmen de Viboral. Authorities arrived at the scene to address the emergency. A survivor, who later succumbed to his injuries, initially managed to describe how he attempted to call emergency services but was too afraid to speak, fearing the gunmen might hear him.
After the attackers left on two motorcycles and a car, the survivor informed his parents, who then rushed to the scene. He also mentioned that there were four dogs on the farm, with two hiding after the attack. Neighbors expressed their shock and disbelief, noting that the victims were known to be good, hardworking individuals. The Government of Antioquia and the National Police are offering a reward of up to 50 million pesos for information leading to the capture of the perpetrators. Investigations are ongoing to determine the motives behind this crime, which has had a significant impact on the Rionegro community.