Suspected ELN Member Arrested in Huila for Cadet School Terror Attack

Pedro Pablo Poveda, a suspected member of the National Liberation Army (Colombia), was arrested in Huila Department for his alleged involvement in a cadet school terror attack, raising concerns about ongoing terrorism in Colombia.

• The National Police of Colombia executed a capture order for Pedro Pablo Poveda in Huila Department, suspected of participating in a recent terrorist attack targeting a cadet school.
• Povedas arrest is part of a broader investigation by the Office of the Attorney General of Colombia, highlighting the persistent threats posed by terrorism from groups like the National Liberation Army (Colombia).
• This operation was coordinated by the intelligence division of the Police in Bogotá, emphasizing the national effort to combat organized crime and ensure security amid rising violence.