The problem that raises alarms in Bogotá's shadows: children consuming marijuana
Bogotá faces a worrying increase in marijuana consumption among minors, according to official data presented at the Council.
TL;DR
- Marijuana consumption among minors in Bogotá increased by 156% between 2023 and 2025.
- In 2024, 10 children aged 6-11 and 1,729 adolescents aged 12-18 consumed marijuana.
- Tusi consumption among minors rose by 98% during the same period.
- Concerns raised about children's exposure to micro-trafficking in public spaces like parks.
- Calls for immediate action, including a decree to prohibit drug use in public spaces.
- International research highlights negative impacts of adolescent marijuana use on cognitive and emotional development.