Bogotá, Jan 28, 2026 (AFP) - 'Forced disappearance' probe opened against Colombian cycling star Herrera

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2026-01-28

An investigation into "forced disappearance" has been opened against former cycling star Luis "Lucho" Herrera, who is allegedly involved in the historical murder of four farmers, the Colombian public prosecutor's office announced on Wednesday. The 64-year-old Colombian sporting legend was accused by two former paramilitaries of allegedly paying them about $9,700 for the 2002 disappearance and subsequent death of neighbours who refused to sell the......

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