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Colonel Carlos Didier Pérez Amorocho arrested in Bogotá for alleged ties to illegal armed organizations and narco-trafficking.

Colonel Carlos Didier Pérez Amorocho was captured in the North Canton of Bogotá following a judicial order from the General Prosecutor's Office. The arrest stems from an investigation into his conduct while leading the 29th Land Operations Battalion and the 2nd Rapid Deployment Force between 2019 and 2025. Investigators allege that Pérez Amorocho received payments from illegal armed organizations in exchange for specific actions, leading to charges of conspiracy for narco-trafficking and terrorism, self-enrichment, is and illegal possession of weapons and explosives reserved for the Armed Forces. The operation was a joint effort between the National Army, the Specialized Investigation Unit, and the Military Gaula Arauca. The case highlights internal vigilance within the military to identify vulnerabilities caused by organized crime. While the Army National Corps has not yet issued an official statement, the investigation remains open to determine the extent of the colonel's involvement and potential repercussions for other personnel.

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