Groups Denied Campaigning for Paloma Valencia in Valle Municipalities Due to Armed Groups
Bomb cylinders, street shootings, roadblocks, threats, and dozens of deaths and injuries are the reality in the Valle del Cauca department. The insecurity is concerning not only for the problems it causes but also because with presidential elections 25 days away, many question whether citizens in the region will have the guarantees to exercise their right to vote.
TL;DR
- Valle del Cauca is experiencing significant insecurity with violence, threats, and casualties.
- Leaders of Centro Democrático claim armed groups are obstructing campaigns for Paloma Valencia in several municipalities.
- Allegations include armed groups pressuring voters and prohibiting support for certain candidates, particularly from the right.
- A local deputy reported intimidation through pamphlets and patrols, with groups controlling areas and interfering with polling stations.
- The National Registrar's Office in Valle states that electoral security is guaranteed and all polling stations are covered.
- The electoral process, including the designation of polling stations and poll workers, is proceeding.