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Colombian Senator's Death: Teenager Sentenced

A 15-year-old boy received a seven-year sentence for shooting a Colombian senator during a political rally.

The senator, Miguel Uribe, succumbed to his injuries two months after the June attack in Bogotá.

The teenager faced charges of attempted murder and illegal firearm possession, highlighting a resurgence of political violence.

Authorities believe a dissident group linked to former FARC rebels orchestrated the assassination attempt.

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Original: BBC News

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#Colombia #Politics #Assassination #Political Violence #Juvenile Justice

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