Tragedy in Tibú: 10-Year-Old Boy Survives Massacre that Claimed His Family

10-Year-Old Boy Survives Massacre in Tibú, Norte de Santander

Tendencias El Presidente Petro ofrece recompensa por masacre en TibúEl presidente Gustavo Petro ha ofrecido una recompensa de 100 millones de pesos por información que conduzca a la captura de los responsables de la masacre en Tibú, Norte de Santander, donde fueron asesinadas 5 personas.

Horrific incident claims lives of family members

The municipality of Tibú, in Norte de Santander, was struck by violence on Wednesday night as a merciless armed attack claimed the lives of Miguel Ángel López, his wife Zulay Durán, and their six-month-old baby. Miraculously, the family's 10-year-old son managed to escape the gruesome fate that befell his loved ones.

Tendencias Masacre en Tibú: Una familia asesinada y un niño sobrevivienteTibú, Norte de Santander, vive un nuevo luto tras la masacre de una familia. Miguel Ángel López, su esposa y su bebé fueron asesinados, mientras que su hijo de 10 años sobrevivió. Se investigan posibles vínculos con el asesinato de un compadre de la familia días antes.

Attack on the López Family

The heinous attack transpired on the road connecting La Y de Astilleros with Tibú, an area plagued by armed groups. Authorities revealed that the family was mercilessly ambushed with a barrage of bullets while traveling in their vehicle. Tibú's mayor, Richard Claro, confirmed that the motive behind the killings remains unknown, but he ruled out recent threats against López in an interview with Blu Radio.

Miguel Ángel López: A Respected Figure in Mourning Tibú

Miguel Ángel López, the owner of the only funeral home in Tibú, was a pillar of the community, renowned for his compassionate service. Amidst the violence that engulfs Tibú, López dedicated his life to supporting bereaved families, regardless of their background. His tragic death has sent shockwaves through the community.

Tendencias El duro relato de una víctima de la masacre en Tibú: su muerte y su compleja profesiónMiguel Ángel López, un reconocido tanatólogo y propietario de una funeraria, fue una de las víctimas de la masacre en Tibú. En un documental previo, había compartido su perspectiva sobre la muerte y su deseo de ser cremado tras su fallecimiento, lo que añade una dolorosa ironía a su trágico final.

10-Year-Old Boy Escapes Attack

The young boy, traveling in the back of the family car, miraculously survived the attack and sought refuge with neighbors. He is currently under the care of the Colombian Family Welfare Institute (ICBF). Authorities are investigating whether the attack is linked to armed groups like the ELN or FARC dissidents operating in the area.

The Catatumbo region has a long history of armed conflict and violence, making it challenging to unravel the circumstances surrounding this tragedy.