Federico Alberto Mejía
Brigadier General Federico Alberto Mejía is a prominent figure in the Colombian Army, currently serving as the commander of the Tercera División. He is known for leading military operations against illegal armed groups, particularly in regions heavily affected by drug trafficking and violence. Recently, he was in the news following the kidnapping of four military personnel during an operation in El Tambo, Cauca, aimed at apprehending a suspected dissident member of the 'Carlos Patiño' faction of the FARC. Mejía publicly condemned the tactics used by the dissidents to manipulate the local community and reiterated his commitment to restoring order and security in the region.
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United Kingdom:
Brig Gen Federico Alberto Mejia said four non-commissioned officers and 53 soldiers had been seized over the weekend.
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Colombia:
General Federico Alberto Mejía is leading the situation and rejected the use of the community for illicit purposes.
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Colombia:
Federico Alberto Mejía is the brigadier general and head of the Tercera División of the Army, addressing the situation in the cañón del Micay.
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