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Bogotá Cracks Down on Drug Gangs and Stolen Vehicle Parts in Security Sweeps

By Richard Emblin - July 18, 2025

Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán announced two major security operations: the arrest of 31 gang members distributing drugs near schools and universities, and the seizure of 150 stolen vehicle engines in Siete de Agosto. Galán warned that rising drug production is fueling urban crime nationwide.

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U.S and UK intel lead Colombian Police to alias “Terror” of Gulf Clan

By The City Paper Staff - February 25, 2025

Colombia’s National Police, backed with U.S. and U.K. intelligence, killed Gulf Clan leader Oliverio Isaza Gómez, alias “Terror,” in Antioquia. The raid dealt a major blow to drug trafficking and organized crime, disrupting the clan’s expansion in Magdalena Medio.

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U.S Executive Order to Freeze Aid impacts Colombia’s Black Hawk fleet

By Richard Emblin - January 31, 2025

President Trump’s executive order freezing U.S. foreign aid threatens to ground Colombia’s Black Hawk helicopters, vital for counter-narcotics and security operations. With Russian MI-17s also grounded, Colombia faces disruptions in conflict zones such as Catatumbo and environmental protection efforts within its National Parks.

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An extra 1,500 cops on Bogotá streets with start of Christmas season

By Richard Emblin - December 9, 2024

Bogotá has mobilized 1,500 police officers to enhance safety during the Christmas season. Focused on nightlife, commerce, and tourism areas, the initiative includes advanced technology and strengthened patrols.

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Mayor Galán launches police offensive to reclaim Bogotá’s Centro from organized crime

By The City Paper Staff - November 21, 2024

Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán and Police Chief José Gualdrón launched a major operation to recover Bogotá’s city center from criminal organizations.

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COP16: Colombia launches “Water Police” to safeguard rivers and water sources

By The City Paper Staff - October 22, 2024

At the COP16 biodiversity summit in Cali, Colombia unveiled its new Water Police division, a specialized force tasked with safeguarding the country’s rivers, lakes, wetlands, and endangered watersheds.

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Galán’s security gambit: Mega police raids take to Bogotá streets

By Richard Emblin - April 29, 2024

Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán is spearheading mega police raids targeting organized crime in the city’s most vulnerable neighborhoods amidst rising concerns over rampant insecurity.

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Mayor Galán presents new security measures with “Operation Bogotá”

By The City Paper Staff - February 26, 2024

Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán unveils “Operation Bogotá” – a comprehensive security overhaul featuring 700 additional police officers, drone surveillance, and targeted anti-crime measures in response to a surge in armed robberies.

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Shooting in Bogotá’s Parque 93 and restaurant robberies deepen security crisis

By The City Paper Staff - February 22, 2024

The Colombian capital, Bogotá, is grappling with a heightened security crisis following a spate of armed robberies in restaurants and the targeted killing of businessman Roberto Franco Charry.

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Front Line vandals and violent leftists target Bogotá ahead of mayoral elections

By Richard Emblin - September 11, 2023

Political violence and attacks by First Line vandals raise concerns as the Bogotá mayoral elections approach. On saturday, the First Line attempted to torch a police command post.

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Crime surge in Bogotá puts Mayor Claudia López under scrutiny

By Richard Emblin - July 25, 2023

A rash of homicides in Bogotá has placed Mayor Claudia López under intense public scrutiny. Mayoral candidates are voicing outrage over the crime surge.

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Bogotá gets more cops to combat crime and perception of insecurity

By Richard Emblin - February 11, 2021

The Mayoralty of Claudia López reached a deal with the national government to boost security in the capital given rising crime rates and the perception of greater insecurity.

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With marches in Bogotá against Duque, a policeman clings to his life.

By The City Paper Staff - November 27, 2019

Thousands marched Wednesday in Bogotá in the second general strike of the Paro Nacional. The protests have crippled the city’s public transport system.

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