Demonstration against bullfighting in Barbosa, Santander, ended in violence and they will open a file against the mayor

A citizen demonstration held in Barbosa, Santanderin rejection of the bullfight, ended in acts of violence, complaints of intimidation and a political controversy that already has consequences at the disciplinary level.

This January 1, 2026the continuity of the fairs and festivals of BarbosaHowever, before the bullfighting event took place, a protest was called by animal groups and citizens who oppose bullfighting practices, with the aim of peacefully expressing their disagreement with this type of spectacle. However, as the hours passed, the atmosphere became tense and verbal confrontations and altercations occurred between participants of the demonstration and people who defended the holding of the event.

Given the increase in tension, it was necessary to police interventionwhich sought to prevent the events from escalating and restore public order in the sector. According to testimonies from some attendees, during the demonstration there were acts of intimidation and verbal attackswhich generated fear among the participants and affected the development of the protest.

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In the midst of these events, it was reported that the Santander congressman Cristian Avendaño was verbally attacked by Mayor of Barbosa, Marco Alirio Cortésa situation that generated rejection in different political and social sectors. The episode occurred within the framework of the demonstration and was recorded in witness accounts and public complaints.

After what happened, it was confirmed that the Attorney General’s Office will open a disciplinary file to evaluate the mayor’s conduct and determine whether he incurred a disciplinary offense, as it involved behavior carried out by a public official during a citizen protest.

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This fact revived the debate in Santander on bullfighting, the right to social protest and the need to guarantee that demonstrations take place without violence. Furthermore, he put on the table the importance of public servants maintain respectful conduct against the difference of opinions.

The authorities reiterated the call to dialogue, tolerance and respectas fundamental pillars to preserve citizen coexistence and the full exercise of democratic rights.

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