Bogotá security chief rejects militarization, cites legal limits and homicide drop

Bogotá's Security Secretary César Restrepo publicly rejects a proposal to militarize the capital's streets, arguing it is legally unviable and detailing a reduction in homicides under Mayor Galán. He highlights persistent challenges including common theft, a police personnel deficit, and penal system reforms needed to combat impunity. The statement signals a policy stance amid public security debates in Colombia.