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Ex Yo me llamo participant denounces homophobic attack against him
Singer Camilo Colmenares, remembered for his participation in the imitation program Yo me llamo as Freddie Mercury, denounced being the victim of a violent homophobic attack in the city of Bogotá, which occurred on March 25 in the Chapinero area, after a black metal concert.
TL;DR
- Camilo Colmenares, known for his role as Freddie Mercury on 'Yo me llamo', was subjected to a homophobic attack in Bogotá.
- The attack involved around 15 assailants and occurred after a black metal concert in Chapinero.
- Colmenares criticized the authorities' response as superficial and lacking seriousness.
- He reported difficulties in accessing evidence like security footage and a lack of significant progress in his case.
- The attack has resulted in emotional trauma, including fear, anxiety, and changes in his public behavior.
- Colmenares founded the musical project Arkanos, planning a symbolic concert at the attack location.
- The incident highlights the persistent vulnerability of the LGBTI population in the capital.