Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered an investigation into allegations of police brutality against James Peña Silva, a worker with the TransMilenio bus system (Sitp). Peña Silva claims he was physically assaulted after reporting alleged irregularities and abuses experienced by transit workers. The incident occurred following Peña Silva’s complaints about misconduct within the system. President Petro publicly acknowledged the allegations, stating the abuse was “disproportionate.” Details regarding the specific nature of the alleged irregularities and the extent of the reported assault remain under investigation. The president’s response signals a commitment to addressing potential abuses of power by law enforcement. Authorities have not yet released a statement regarding the accusations or the commencement of the investigation.