Another implicated individual in the assassination of Miguel Uribe sentenced to 21 years in prison
Another judicial decision has been made regarding the assassination of presidential pre-candidate and senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, who was shot on June 7, 2025.
TL;DR
- Harold Daniel Barragán Ovalle has been sentenced to 21 years and 4 months in prison.
- He accepted a plea deal with the Prosecutor's Office for his role in the assassination of Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay.
- Barragán Ovalle pleaded guilty to aggravated homicide, conspiracy to commit a crime, use of minors for criminal acts, and illegal possession of firearms.
- Evidence from his phone, including deleted conversations and video call records, showed his involvement in coordinating the attack and surveilling the senator.
- He participated in key video calls to plan the assassination, including reconnaissance of the crime scene.
- The investigation revealed that a minor was initially contacted to carry out the shooting, but Barragán Ovalle allegedly recruited a 15-year-old who ultimately executed the attack.
- Barragán Ovalle was part of a criminal structure involved in selective homicides and drug trafficking.
- Nine individuals have been formally linked to the case, with some already receiving sentences exceeding 21 years.