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Damas Gratis Concert in Bogotá Suspended After Deadly Hooligan Brawl

Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán convened an emergency inquiry with promoters, arena officials, security chiefs to assign responsibility for the violence, proposing urgent reforms.

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Overview

  • The show was halted minutes before it began as rival football hooligan groups ignited a violent confrontation inside and outside Movistar Arena.
  • Barristas linked to Millonarios and Independiente Santa Fe clashed in hand-to-hand fighting and by throwing objects, overwhelming venue security.
  • Authorities confirmed one person died—reportedly from vehicular trauma near the arena—and five others suffered stab wounds and remain hospitalized.
  • Specialized National Police units were deployed to restore order and evacuate the arena after on-site security proved unable to contain the melee.
  • An urgent investigation has been launched, with Mayor Galán meeting promoters, arena operators and security leaders to establish accountability and recommend security improvements.