Presidency rejects the attacks perpetrated this Friday in Popayán and Jamundí

“At this time evidence is being collected and interviews are being conducted to clarify the details of the incident. We want to assure the community of Robles and all Jamundí citizens that all necessary measures are being taken to guarantee their safety,” they indicated about the event presented in Jamundí.

Meanwhile, the Military Forces indicated that the Army is present in Robles and that so far “no members of the Public Force or injured civilians have been recorded” in this town where FARC dissidents perpetrated another attack last month.

Through a statement shared on the social network“The National Government strongly rejected the recent attacks perpetrated against the public force and the civilian population in Popayán and Jamundí.”

They indicated that “these acts of violence that seek to undermine the tranquility of the Colombian people are unacceptable.” They even pointed out that those people who “perpetuate the armed conflict will face the full weight of the law.”

Likewise, they reiterated their support for the Military Forces, “who are carrying out an effective offensive against illegal structures that threaten peace and security.” Furthermore, they added that the effort to dismantle these criminal organizations that “chose war over peace” will not cease.

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“Our commitment to the protection of the Colombian people and the well-being of our soldiers and police is unwavering. “Do not expect anything from us other than a Government that works tirelessly to guarantee the safety and well-being of all citizens affected by these acts of violence,” they concluded in the letter.

It is worth remembering that President Gustavo Petro ordered last month not to resume the ceasefire with the EMC, nor to establish a dialogue after the escalation of violence in the southwest of the country.

Violence has intensified in the region after last March the Government suspended the bilateral ceasefire in the departments of Nariño, Valle del Cauca and Cauca.