Carlos Vargas Shares Harrowing Experience of Knife Assault in Bogotá

Bogotá, Colombia — Carlos Vargas, a prominent presenter from Caracol Televisión‘s ‘La Red,’ shared a disturbing experience after he was attacked with a knife in Bogotá. During a recent broadcast, Vargas recounted the incident that left him shaken and without communication for several days.

The attack occurred one night when Vargas noticed unusual movements behind him, including a suspicious motorcycle. “I heard noise behind me, a motorcycle, and I turned to look. A man told my friend to stay put. Then, he approached me with a knife, demanding my phone and password,” Vargas explained, appearing visibly disturbed.

Despite feeling panic, Vargas complied with the attacker. “I was nervous, but I gave him the password and my phone. After the encounter, I managed to reach home safe but was very rattled by what happened,” he added.

His friend, knowledgeable about mobile security, assisted Vargas in quickly changing his passwords and activating security features like Face ID. “I got home, took my tablet, and changed everything. The attacker tried to use my phone, but I had reset my accounts just in time,” Vargas noted.

Vargas’ account has drawn concern from his audience, many of whom expressed their support on social media. The incident highlights the rising insecurity in Bogotá, where robbery rates continue to be a public concern.

This alarm is not new to Vargas. Previously, he addressed the presence of fake social media accounts posing as him to commit fraud, advising followers to verify sources before sharing personal information.

In light of the recent robbery, Vargas is considering reporting the incident to the Fiscalía General de la Nación to protect his data and image from being misused. “Should I talk to the Fiscalía?” he expressed with worry.

Alongside his media career, Vargas has developed a sincere interest in mental health and emotional well-being. He has trained as a family constellator, seeking to help individuals understand and resolve deep-seated conflicts through therapy. “I want to assist others, as I have faced my depression and learned a lot about myself through family constellations,” he said.

Vargas concluded with a reminder of the importance of awareness in these times, saying, “Insecurity is rising, and we must be alert. What matters most is that we are alive.”