Luis Diaz 's father was rescued after he was kidnapped by ELN on October 28. Emotional footage captured the moment that he was embraced by relatives.The father of Liverpool star Luis Diaz has been reunited with loved ones after being kidnapped at gunpoint by Colombian guerrillas almost two weeks ago.
Footage showed excited neighbours and friends celebrating with musical instruments, balloons and banners in Diaz Snr's hometown of La Guajira.— Mail Sport November 9, 2023 This was the emotional moment that Luis Diaz's father was reunited with relatives at his homeDiaz Snr was quickly mobbed by emotional friends and family after he was held as a hostage for 12 days
Speaking to the crowds after being freed from captivity, Diaz Snr said: 'I thank God for this second chance. I thank Colombia for this great support'.'Very soon I will have the opportunity to greet them and give them a hug. Thank you very much, my people.' Diaz was taken by the left-wing terror group in an armed attack and a huge search was launched to locate and release him. The ELN later acknowledged the kidnapping, saying it was a mistake and that the group's top leadership had ordered the elder Díaz's release.
A helicopter departed from the Colombian city of Valledupar, near the border to Venezuela, to go and collect the father of Liverpool winger Luis Diaz, following his abduction on October 28 Earlier on Thursday, Colombian media reported that the process of liberating Luis Diaz's father had begun, with a helicopter taking off from the city of Valledupar to a meeting place where rebels would stage the handover.
On hearing the news of Diaz Snr's release, Liverpool wrote on Twitter: 'We are delighted by the news of Luis Diaz's father's safe return and we thank all those involved in securing his release.' Colombian press were with Diaz's family as the rescue operation took place. They caught the reaction of Diaz Snr's own father, who was reduced to tears upon seeing his son released.Concern grew on Tuesday after there was no sign of the start of ELN's release process despite measures to facilitate it, with Diaz's family calling for the group to offer proof that Diaz Snr was still alive.
— Liverpool FC November 9, 2023 Diaz lifted up his Liverpool shirt in his last match, his first game since the kidnapping, to release a message that said in Spanish: 'Freedom for Papa'
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