Juliana Ávila, joven fallecida en la Maratón de Medellín, era novia del hijo mayor del vicepresidente José Manuel Restrepo

Juliana Ávila Saouda, a 20-year-old runner, died following her participation in the 21K race at the 2026 Medellín Marathon. The event, which was intended as a sporting competition, transitioned into a period of public mourning following the announcement of her passing on Monday.

Ávila was identified as the girlfriend of the eldest son of José Manuel Restrepo, who serves as Vice President. The circumstances surrounding her death have drawn significant attention due to the high-profile nature of her personal connections and the tragic outcome of the athletic event.