The Colombian Senator and the Presidency Hope in an assassination attempt

Several media reported that Senator, the right -wing opposition candidate and the candidate in the presidential elections for the next year were injured in Bogota on Saturday, while the government condemned a “attack.”

Miguel Urie, 39, was in critical condition and one person was arrested, according to media reports.

“Violence cannot be the way … I hope that (Urby) is fine and out of danger,” said Foreign Minister Laura Sarabia on social media.

In a statement, his party, the Conservative Party in Centro Democrat, said that Urby was attending a campaign event when, at approximately 5 pm local time, was shot in his head.

This is an urgent news story. Please check again for updates.