Luis Diaz’s father finally freed after 13 days of hostage

Luis Diaz’s father has been released by the left-wing guerrillas, that held him hostage for 13 days, police sources confirmed.

Luis Manuel Díaz was handed over to United Nations and Catholic church officials by members of the National Liberation Army (ELN).

He was kidnapped on October 28 in his hometown Barrancas, along with his wife, who was freed within hours. No such luck was at stake for Luis Manuel as he and his family had to endure 13 long, nightmare days.

🚨 Luis Manuel Díaz, Lucho’s father, has been released today after spending the last 12 days kidnapped in Colombia.

He’s with the police now after being released, as @VickyDavilaH reports.

Wonderful news for Luis Díaz; his dad and mom are finally both free and safe. pic.twitter.com/VjYxPlx60p

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 9, 2023

Local media reported that Luis Manuel has travelled with a government helicopter to the city of Valledupar, where he will undergo medical examination before being returned to his family.

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Luis Diaz greets his father after kidnapping horror

🚨📸| First image of Luis Diaz’s father, Manuel Diaz, after being released today.

Great news for the Diaz as finally, his mother and father are safe. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Kc4POifsV5

— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) November 9, 2023

It is believed that left-wing organization, called ELN is the culprit behind the incidents.

The ELN is Colombia’s main remaining active guerrilla group. It has been fighting the state since 1964 and has an estimated 2,500 members.

It is most active in the border region with Venezuela, where Luis Manuel Díaz and his wife live.