NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolSeptember 5, 2026Miami-Dade
Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe testifies in investigation regarding paramilitary groups and massacres
Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe provided testimony to prosecutors regarding his alleged involvement in the formation of a paramilitary group and two massacres that occurred nearly 30 years ago. Uribe publicly denied the allegations, stating he has not been a murderer.
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The testimony marks a significant step in a long-standing legal investigation into historical human rights abuses and the potential links between high-level political figures and organizations in Colombia.
Key Facts
- Former President Álvaro Uribe provided testimony to the Colombian prosecutor's office on Friday.
- The investigation concerns the formation of a paramilitary group.
- The investigation concerns two massacres committed by paramilitaries nearly 30 years ago.
- Uribe publicly denied the accusations, stating 'I have not been a murderer'.
Who's Mentioned
locationBogotá“Location where the testimony took place.”locationEl Aro“Site of a 1997 massacre”organizationCorte Interamericana de Derechos Humanos“Found the Colombian state responsible for massacres in 2006”personÁlvaro Uribe“Former President of Colombia and former Governor of Antioquia”locationLa Granja“Site of a 1996 massacre”personMiguel Ángel del Río“Lawyer representing victims in the process”organizationAP“Associated Press news agency reporting the event.”