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Police officer dies following shootout in Cali, Colombia
Police officer María José Recuero has died in a hospital in Cali, Colombia, after being critically wounded during an armed confrontation. The incident occurred on the afternoon of Friday, October 23, in the city center near La Floresta gallery.
According to authorities, the shootout began when two men on a motorcycle attempted to rob a police sub-inspector who was in civilian clothes. A patrol unit responding to the scene engaged the suspects, leading to an intense exchange of gunfire in a busy commercial area.
The confrontation resulted in three police officers being injured and one suspect being killed, while another suspect was captured. Recuero, who suffered severe head injuries, passed away on Saturday, October 24. One of the other injured officers is recovering, while a third has been discharged with medical leave.
A candlelight vigil is planned in front of the Cali Metropolitan Police Command to honor Recuero and protest the violence against security forces.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The shootout occurred in the center of Cali, Colombia, near La Floresta gallery. www.minuto30.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Three police officers were injured during the confrontation. www.minuto30.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Police officer María José Recuero died on Saturday, October 24.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A candlelight vigil will be held in front of the Cali Metropolitan Police Command.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] One suspect was killed and another was captured during the event. www.minuto30.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The incident began when two men on a motorcycle attempted to rob a police sub-inspector in civilian clothes. www.minuto30.com