Cauca faces significant challenges in terms of security and governance, as indicated by General William Salamanca, director of the National Police, in an interview with Mañanas Blu.
The official referred to the visit of President Gustavo Petro today to the department of Cauca, a region hit due to an escalation of violence unleashed by the group that calls itself the Central General Staff, dissidents of the FARC, led by alias ‘Iván Mordisco’
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This criminal group fights for control of the Micay canyon, El Plateado and Algeria, crucial areas for drug trafficking to the Pacific and later to Central America and the United States. Accompanying President Petro on this mission is the director of the National Police, General William René Salamanca.
In the interview with Mañanas Blu, General Salamanca stressed the importance of coordination between various entities to confront dissidents.
“Coordination with the Military Forces, the Prosecutor’s Office, The Government of Cauca and Valle, the mayors, the unions and civil society have been fundamental,” highlighted the general.
Salamanca pointed out that the offensive is not only limited to military operations, but also includes intelligence and judicial efforts.
“Operational success is beginning to yield results,” Salamanca stated. This joint work It has been reflected in recent raids in places such as Jamundí and Timba, where significant results have been obtained in terms of security.
The officer explained that the Cauca Mission seeks to bring solutions and life alternatives for the inhabitants of the region.
“Inequity, inequality and so many needs that our country registers require a robust state presence,” he emphasized.
President Petro, in a message published on the social network He called on minors and members of the EMC in Cauca to lay down their weapons and join the agrarian reform program.
“It is the work of change and peace,” declared Petro. This dual approach of military offensive and social programs seek to stabilize the region in the long term.
Challenges and challenges in Cauca
“Cauca is a challenge for the institutionality,” Salamanca acknowledged.
The region faces a complex situation, exacerbated by the offensive of dissidents. However, The general was optimistic about the security forces’ efforts to restore order.
When asked about drone attacks on police stations, Salamanca admitted that there is still a lack of specific legislation to confront this threat.
However, he highlighted that anti-drone devices are being acquired and that support has been received from other police forces and international agencies.
Controversy over security in Sincelejo
Other security issues in the country were also addressed in the interview. Regarding the decision of the mayor of Sincelejo
to create private security groups, Salamanca indicated that an inspection visit by the Superintendence of Private Surveillance was agreed to evaluate the situation.
In addition, he mentioned that work is being done on the implementation of “Plan 20000” to strengthen human capacity. of the Police in various regions, including Sucre.
Listen to the interview here:
