15 people rescued after being kidnapped in Riohacha, La Guajira
Military Gaula troops rescued 15 people who had been kidnapped in a rural area of Riohacha, La Guajira. Among the kidnapped were a pregnant woman and three minors. They had allegedly been kidnapped and intimidated by approximately 10 suspected members of the Autodefensas Conquistadoras de la Sierra. Their belongings were stolen and they were taken to a remote area where large sums of money were demanded for their release. Authorities arrived, forcing the kidnappers to flee and abandon the 15 individuals. The National Army reaffirmed its commitment to the security of the civilian population and urged citizens to report threats via line 147.
TL;DR
- 15 people were rescued from a kidnapping situation in rural Riohacha, La Guajira.
- Among the rescued were a pregnant woman and three minors.
- The perpetrators are believed to be approximately 10 members of the Autodefensas Conquistadoras de la Sierra.
- The victims' belongings were stolen, and ransom was demanded.
- Authorities arrived and forced the kidnappers to flee, abandoning the hostages.
- The National Army encourages reporting of threats via line 147.