Armando Benedetti,Colombia‘s Minister of the Interior,has publicly revealed threats against his life adn that of his family,including recent drone overflights of his private residence. Benedetti reported the incidents to authorities and voiced concerns about a planned attempt on his life.
The escalating threats come amid a period of heightened political tension in Colombia and raise questions about security protocols for high-ranking government officials. benedetti’s denunciation, made public on November 21, 2023, prompted an immediate examination by security forces. The Minister stated he has been informed of a specific intention to harm him and his family, though details regarding the alleged plot remain confidential to avoid compromising the ongoing inquiry.
According to Benedetti, the drone surveillance occurred at his home and was reported alongside the direct threats. He has not disclosed the source of the threats, citing the sensitivity of the investigation. The Attorney General’s Office has been notified and is working to determine the origin and credibility of the warnings.
This incident occurs as Benedetti navigates politically sensitive issues, including ongoing discussions surrounding the peace process with armed groups and security reforms. The threats underscore the risks faced by Colombian officials involved in these complex negotiations. Increased security measures have been implemented around the Minister and his family while the investigation proceeds.
