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The discovery of a US flight attendant’s body in Antioquia exposes the lethal risks of scopolamine-related crime targeting foreigners & locals in Medellín.

The Gaula Metropolitano, Medellín city officials, and Attorney General’s Office freed the victim after 36 hours of confinement.

Investigators found that the donated goods collected from begging were later resold.

Two Panamanians were beaten and extorted, a US tourist faced a similar attack in May 2025.

Colombian authorities dismantled a human trafficking network, rescuing victims exploited in Greece and arresting three suspects in Antioquia.

Medellín's Mayor Federico Gutiérrez Zuluaga emphasized that the city will not serve as a refuge for criminals.

"We are ready to work collaboratively with policy makers for a brighter, more sustainable future for all 50 million Colombians with responsible and sustainable tourism as our core values."

"We need everyone's commitment, understanding that this is a situation that has hit rock bottom," said Medellín Mayor Federico Gutierrez.

The measure was announced last month and went into effect on January 31 in Colombia's second-largest city.

Thursday, March 7 · 5:30 - 8pm  · Rooftop lounge, Marquee Hotel Medellín 9A-13 Carrera 38 (Parque Lleras)