Colombia: Police responding to shooting incident near Universidad Externado in Bogota Feb. 17

Event

Police are responding to reports of a shooting incident near Universidad Externado in downtown Bogota, Feb. 17. Authorities have not confirmed casualties associated with the incident, which occurred near building H of the university.

Heightened security and transport disruptions are ongoing in the area. Disruptions could continue over the coming hours as police secure t he scene and complete their investigation.

Advice

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Strictly heed instructions of authorities.