Two arrested for University of Antioquia riots; one linked to ELN, mayor says

Medellín Mayor Federico Gutiérrez announced the arrest of two individuals responsible for the violent disturbances that occurred at the University of Antioquia on June 3. The operation, which utilized video surveillance and law enforcement efforts, led to the capture of the suspects.

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They have lost their mask. They are not student leaders, they are terrorists, that's how clear it is. How easy it is for these scoundrels to continue hiding as students and causing harm! The narrative of what some have sustained as the so-called peaceful protest, which it is not because it is terrorism, has fallen apart.

Among those apprehended is a 27-year-old identified as Diego Manuel Guzmán, alias 'Cuervo,' who is reportedly linked to the National Liberation Army (ELN) guerrilla group. Mayor Gutiérrez presented evidence, including security camera footage, showing 'Cuervo' allegedly firing weapons during the incident. The mayor asserted that the individuals involved are not peaceful student protesters but rather "terrorists."

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Whoever tries to assault one of our police officers; whoever tries to assault one of our citizens, will fare very badly, as will this 'Cuervo' type, and I tell you this: at least in Medellín, we are not going to allow it.

"They have lost their mask. They are not student leaders, they are terrorists, that's how clear it is," Gutiérrez stated during a press conference. He condemned the violence, emphasizing that Medellín will not tolerate such actions against police officers or citizens. The mayor warned that anyone attempting to harm law enforcement or civilians would face severe repercussions, drawing a parallel to the consequences 'Cuervo' is now facing.

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Don't let them set Colombia on fire. There is no excuse for anyone to harm another. What more proof is needed to understand that they want to set the country on fire again and that this is not a struggle of some disgruntled students? They are terrorist groups.