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Colombia reinforces security for Supreme Court magistrates following threats
In Colombia, President Abelardo De la Espriella has ordered immediate security reinforcements for the magistrates of the Supreme Court's Criminal Cassation Chamber. This follows alerts from the Court regarding potential threats to its members and officials. Investigations are underway by the Police and Prosecutor's Office into incidents such as a projectile found in the office of a prosecutor and reported broken windows, which may be linked to the conviction of former governor Juan Francisco Gómez Cerchar.
Additionally, the Colombian judiciary is addressing other security and human rights issues. A judge in Bogotá has issued a provisional order to suspend military aerial operations in areas where there is verifiable evidence of the presence of minors recruited by illegal armed groups. Separately, the government has bolstered security at the Palogordo high-security prison with advanced technology, including drones and body cameras, following the transfer of high-profile criminal leaders.
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Abelardo De La Espriella · Carlos Negro · Colombia · Kiko Gómez · Mónica Ferrero · National Police of Colombia · National Protection Unit · Supreme Court of Justice
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Supreme Court of Justice issued an alert regarding security concerns for its magistrates and officials. www.asuntoslegales.com.co · www.colombia.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Magistrate José Joaquín Urbano Martínez reported security concerns following the conviction of former governor Juan Francisco Gómez Cerchar. www.asuntoslegales.com.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] President De la Espriella ordered immediate security reinforcements for the Criminal Cassation Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice. larazon.co · www.colombia.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Colombian government reinforced security at the Palogordo high-security prison with advanced technological equipment. canaltro.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Authorities are investigating incidents including a projectile found in the office of prosecutor Pedro Luis Bonilla. www.asuntoslegales.com.co
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A judge in Bogotá ordered a provisional suspension of military bombings in areas where there is verifiable information regarding the presence of recruited minors.