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.

Another implicated individual in the assassination of Miguel Uribe sentenced to 21 years in prison

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.