Colombia Sends Troops to Santa Marta After Criminal Gang Shuts Down City

A violent crime group forced the city to close its doors, causing the government to send in the military to restore order.

The city of Santa Marta, Colombia, is on edge. A criminal group recently forced the city to shut down, causing businesses to close and people to stay inside out of fear. In response, the President of Colombia has sent military troops to the city. The goal is to take control back from the criminal organization, known as the ACSN, and make the streets safe again. Local reports say the criminal group used threats to stop normal life in the city. Because of this violence, the United States Embassy has issued a security alert for travelers. They are telling people to be careful and aware of the…