Manuel Cepeda
Manuel Cepeda Vargas was a prominent Colombian senator and a member of the Unión Patriótica party, known for his advocacy for peace and human rights. He was assassinated on August 9, 1994, in a politically motivated killing that highlighted the violent repression faced by leftist leaders in Colombia. His legacy continues through his son, Iván Cepeda, who is a current senator and an advocate for justice regarding his father's murder.
Born on Aug 09, 1922 (103 years old)
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Colombia:
Iván Cepeda is the son of the former senator of the Unión Patriótica, Manuel Cepeda, who was assassinated in August 1994.
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Colombia:
Manuel Cepeda is referenced as a victim of violence related to drug trafficking and is the father of Iván Cepeda.
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Colombia:
Manuel Cepeda was assassinated by sicarios while heading to Congress.
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