Bio

Juan de Jesús Lozano Velásquez was born in 1974. He grew up in Bogotá, Colombia. Little is known about his early life, including his family background or childhood experiences. As he grew into his teenage years, he developed a reputation as someone who engaged in parties and social gatherings.

The atmosphere in Colombia during his youth was marked by various social issues. Violence and crime were prevalent during this time. These elements could have influenced the lives of many, including Juan.

He became known for his interest in nightlife and entertainment. He often visited dance clubs, where he socialized and met new people. Despite these interactions, it is unclear how his early experiences shaped his personality or future actions.

As an adult, Lozano continued to frequent dance clubs, where he found himself involved in social situations. Some reports indicate that he had a difficult time handling rejection from women. This aspect of his personality would later play a significant role in his life.

In October 2000, he was arrested in Madrid, Spain, after an incident that significantly impacted his life. He was later sentenced to 40 years in prison for his actions.

Murder Story

On June 24, 2000, Juan de Jesús Lozano Velásquez entered the Reminiscencias dance club in Bogotá, Colombia. After a girl refused to dance with him, he became angry. He then pulled out an Uzi and began shooting.

During the attack, he killed eleven people. The victims included Carlos Arturo Aristizábal, the owner of the bar, and ten others aged between 22 and 53. The people he shot were from different backgrounds, all just enjoying their time at the club.

In addition to those killed, seven more people were wounded. The injured included a range of ages as well. Some of them were also related to the victims.

After the shooting, Lozano Velásquez fled the scene. He managed to avoid capture for several months. However, on October 19, 2000, he was arrested in Madrid, Spain.

In February 2005, he was sentenced to 40 years in prison for his crimes.