1st former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe faces trial for alleged bribery and procedural fraud.

Colombia's prosecutor's office says former President Álvaro Uribe will face trial for alleged crimes of bribery of witnesses in criminal proceedings and procedural fraud. This marks the first time a former Colombian president will face trial. The prosecution is expected to formally accuse Uribe at a future hearing. If found guilty, Uribe could face up to eight years in prison for procedural fraud and more for bribing witnesses.