Colombia’s former President Álvaro Uribe was found guilty on Monday, July 28, of witness tampering and filing fraudulent charges. The trial marks a historic first for Colombia, as no former head of state had previously faced prosecution in the country’s judicial system.
The verdict concludes a years-long investigation into Uribe’s alleged efforts to undermine witnesses accusing him of ties to paramilitary groups. Prosecutors argued that the ex-leader orchestrated a scheme to discredit opponents through false criminal charges and witness manipulation.
While Uribe, a polarizing figure in Colombian politics, maintains his innocence, the ruling underscores growing accountability measures in Latin America. Analysts suggest the case could set a precedent for transparency in regions grappling with political corruption.
