Colombian singer Chakal del Sur disappears after phone call interrupted by gunfire

Colombian popular music singer Fabio Nelson Silva, known professionally as ‘Chakal del Sur’, has disappeared under mysterious circumstances in the municipality of Jamundí, Valle del Cauca.

According to a statement from his management team, the disappearance occurred on the afternoon of September 15. Silva was reportedly speaking on the phone with his manager, Víctor Espinel, when the call was abruptly interrupted by “shouts and several detonations similar to firearms.”

Following the sudden loss of contact, his team and family have appealed to the public for any information that might assist in locating him. While the circumstances are concerning, local police and administrative authorities have not yet issued an official report confirming whether the incident is a kidnapping or an attack.