Crime and Armed Conflict
Cauca is considered one of the most violent departments in Colombia. Over 4000 intentional homicides were committed here in 2010. In 2010 and 2011 Cauca has been one of the regions most affected by the ongoing Colombian armed conflict. Between September and November 2010 over 75 policemen and soldiers have been killed by guerrillas of the FARC-EP. The Cauca region is also important for the cultivation of coca, which makes it even more of a hot spot as guerrillas, paramilitaries and state forces battle for control over drug routes to the pacific coast. According to press reports the FARC and ELN have transformed the department into a 'fortress', effectively launching attacks against security forces on a daily basis.
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