55th Front
Also known as the Teófilo Forero Front, it is believed to be composed of around 150 militants although its urban numbers could be much greater. It operates mostly in the Cundinamarca Department and is considered the FARC's base in Bogotá. It is considered responsible for much of the terrorist activity that occurs in and around the capital.
| Alias | Name | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Robles | Julio Enrique Rincón Rico | |
| Rubén | Armando Barbosa Tovar | |
| Patricia | Demobilized in April 2010. | |
| Conejo | Demobilized in April 2010. | |
| El Flaco | Demobilized in April 2010. | |
| Chaño | Demobilized in April 2010. | |
| Luz Dary | Maryuri Sáenz | Killed in April 2010. |
| “Efren” or “Patequeso” | Marco Elvis Patiño | second-in-command, captured on July 2012. |
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