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German Exchange Student Killed in Northern Colombia as Police Probe Motive

Authorities examine a robbery motive focused on a possible motorcycle theft.

Overview

  • The victim, from Darmstadt, had been in Colombia since August on an exchange at the Escuela Colombiana de Ingeniería, the rector confirmed.
  • His body was found in the Cuatro Vías area of La Guajira near the Venezuelan border, with two gunshot wounds to the chest, police said.
  • Investigators are assessing whether a robbery occurred, including a suspected theft of his motorcycle.
  • Some Colombian outlets report police are also testing other scenarios after questions about the initial robbery theory.
  • La Guajira’s government announced a 70 million‑peso reward for tips as authorities continue searching for the perpetrators.