A Colombian mayor was seriously injured in a firearm attack in Casanare, according to local reports. The incident occurred in the municipality of La Columbia, where the mayor, Jhon Calzones, was targeted by an unknown assailant. Emergency services were called to the scene and transported the injured official to a nearby hospital. Authorities have not yet identified the motive behind the attack.
The attack has raised concerns about public safety in the region. Local officials have called for increased security measures and are investigating the incident. No group has claimed responsibility for the shooting. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots and seeing a single assailant fleeing the area.
The mayor’s condition remains critical, and his family has not yet commented publicly. Security forces have heightened patrols in the area. The incident highlights ongoing challenges related to violence in parts of Colombia. Further details are expected as the investigation continues.
