politics
May 9, 2026
Óscar García Márquez killed by hitmen arriving at his home
The crime of Óscar Fabio García Márquez, 25 years old, who was shot dead by hitmen on the afternoon of Friday, May 8, in the Carrizal neighborhood of Barranquilla, is related to a possible settling of scores.
TL;DR
- Óscar Fabio García Márquez, 25, was killed by hitmen in Barranquilla on May 8.
- The assailants approached him in a white vehicle and shot him multiple times.
- He was taken to San Ignacio hospital but died from his wounds.
- Authorities suspect the murder is related to a settling of scores within criminal gangs.
- García Márquez had previously survived a similar assassination attempt.
- A suspect known as ‘Wilki’ is being investigated, though this is unconfirmed.
- The victim was reportedly involved in criminal organizations.