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13-year-old girl found completely drunk during Mother's Day in La Rioja

A delicate situation occurred during Mother's Day celebrations at UPI La Rioja, in Bogotá, sparking outrage among authorities after a girl, just 13 years old, was found highly intoxicated within the settlement where part of the Emberá community resides.

13-year-old girl found completely drunk during Mother's Day in La Rioja

TL;DR

  • A 13-year-old girl was found highly intoxicated at the Emberá settlement in Bogotá during Mother's Day celebrations.
  • Authorities attempted to provide medical attention, but the girl's family reportedly prevented the procedure.
  • A total of 52 children were relocated to Centro Amar due to risky conditions within the settlement.
  • Coordination issues between the Colombian Family Welfare Institute (ICBF) and the Child and Adolescent Police impeded rights restoration processes.
  • Authorities emphasized the need for synchronized actions between state entities to protect children's rights.