Three arrested for journalist Cristian Herrera's murder in Colombia

Colombian prosecutors have charged three individuals in connection with the June 6 murder of journalist Cristian Herrera in Cúcuta, Norte de Santander. John Sebastián Duque Andrade, Angélica Vesga Arenas, and Wilmer Portillo González are accused of involvement in the crime.

According to the Fiscalía General de la Nación, security camera footage and other evidence were crucial in identifying the suspects' movements. Portillo González allegedly tracked Herrera, and then met with Vesga Arenas to coordinate the attack. Duque Andrade is accused of carrying out the shooting while on a motorcycle, then fleeing the scene.

Herrera was transported to a hospital by witnesses but died en route. The investigation suggests the murder could be connected to Herrera's journalistic work, as he had reportedly received threats from a group known as 'La Familia P.'

Authorities have charged the three with homicide and illegal firearm possession, both aggravated offenses. The accused did not accept the charges. A judge has ordered them to remain in jail pending the judicial process. During the investigation, authorities seized a taxi, four motorcycles, and three cell phones.

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We will not rest until we clarify what happened and bring those responsible for the murder to justice.