FARC rebels set up
an illegal roadblock
and hold around fifty civilians as temporary hostages; the purpose being to
entice the Government forces to engage them. When the troops did arrive
a firefight broke out. The terrified civilians desperately searched firstly
for cover from the flying bullets and then for escape. Nr Puerto Rico, Caqueta.
The motive for the FARC’s ongoing struggle is a matter of great debate. Many have voiced the opinion that the FARC's claim of fighting social injustice with a strong ideology and political stance, has become clouded by the desire to protect their income and power base.