Soacha authorities offer reward for murder of social leader Lucero Ramírez

Authorities in Soacha, Colombia, have announced a reward of up to 50 million Colombian pesos for information leading to the identification and capture of those responsible for the murder of Lucero Ramírez Molina.

Ramírez Molina, a prominent social leader and former president of the community action board (Junta de Acción Comunal) for the Villa Sandra neighborhood in Comuna 4, was killed in her community. Soacha Mayor Julián Sánchez Perico condemned the assassination and called on law enforcement to conduct thorough investigations to clarify the circumstances and motives of the crime.

While the murder has caused significant concern and calls for solidarity within the community, officials have not yet confirmed any arrests or provided specific details regarding potential prior threats against the leader. Investigations are ongoing to determine if the killing is linked to her social leadership activities.