Guillermo Cano Isaza
Guillermo Cano Isaza was a renowned Colombian journalist and the editor of the newspaper El Espectador. He was a prominent critic of drug trafficking and the violent actions of the Medellín Cartel, led by Pablo Escobar. Cano's investigative work and outspoken stance against the cartel made him a target, leading to his assassination in December 1986. His death marked a turning point in Colombia's struggle against drug-related violence and highlighted the dangers faced by journalists in the country.
Born on Dec 17, 1986 (38 years old)
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Venezuela:
Guillermo Cano Isaza was a Colombian journalist remembered for his commitment to press freedom.
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Panama:
The award remembers the figure of Colombian journalist Guillermo Cano Isaza, who was assassinated in front of his newspaper El Espectador in Bogotá.
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Colombia:
Guillermo Cano Isaza was murdered by hitmen associated with Pablo Escobar.
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