Rodrigo Lara Bonilla
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was a Colombian politician and lawyer who served as the Minister of Justice in the 1980s. He was a notable figure in the fight against drug cartels, particularly the Medellín Cartel, which was led by Pablo Escobar. Lara Bonilla became an outspoken critic of the influence and violence perpetrated by drug traffickers in Colombian politics. His tenure was tragically cut short when he was assassinated in April 1984, a victim of the cartel's brutal tactics aimed at silencing those who opposed them. His death marked a significant moment in Colombian history, highlighting the dire consequences of the narcoterrorism that plagued the country during that era.
Born on Feb 18, 1946 (79 years old)
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United Kingdom:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was assassinated in 1984, linked to John Jairo Arias Tascón.
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Venezuela:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was another political figure assassinated in the 1980s, highlighting the violent political climate.
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Colombia:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla is referenced as a former Minister of Justice who was assassinated.
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Venezuela:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was murdered by a 16-year-old in 1984.
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Venezuela:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was the Justice Minister assassinated in 1984.
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Panama:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was the Minister of Justice who was assassinated in 1984.
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Colombia:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla is remembered for denouncing the Medellín cartel's political connections at the cost of his life.
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Colombia:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was the Minister of Justice who was assassinated in 1984.
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Colombia:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was the Minister of Justice whose assassination marked the beginning of the war between the Colombian state and drug trafficking groups.
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Colombia:
Rodrigo Lara Bonilla was the Minister of Justice who was assassinated by Pablo Escobar's hitmen.
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