Manuel Gaona Cruz
Manuel Gaona Cruz was a distinguished Colombian magistrate, remembered for his significant contributions to the judiciary and his tragic assassination during the M-19's takeover of the Palace of Justice in 1985. His legacy continues to influence discussions around justice and human rights in Colombia, and he is often cited in legal and academic contexts as a symbol of the struggle for democracy and the rule of law.
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Colombia:
Manuel Gaona Cruz was a magistrate who was murdered during the events at the Palace of Justice.
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Colombia:
Manuel Gaona Cruz was the first magistrate who sought and was kidnapped by the M-19 guerrilla during the takeover of the Palace of Justice.
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Colombia:
Manuel Gaona Cruz was a constitutional magistrate whose death during the Palace of Justice events was discussed.
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Colombia:
Manuel Gaona Cruz was investigating Pablo Escobar at the time of the Palacio de Justicia siege.
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Colombia:
Manuel Gaona Cruz was a victim of the violent action of the M-19.
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Colombia:
He was assassinated by guerrillas during the siege of the Palace of Justice.
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Colombia:
Manuel Gaona Cruz was one of the magistrates present during the M-19 assault.
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Colombia:
Magistrate Manuel Gaona Cruz was involved in the extradition debate and was assassinated during the M-19 takeover.
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Colombia:
Manuel Gaona Cruz was a magistrate who was assassinated during the M-19 takeover of the Palace of Justice.
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