At least five dead and dozens injured in Colombia car bomb attack
Summary
At least five people died and dozens were hurt when a car bomb exploded in Cali, Colombia, near a military school. A separate attack in another part of Colombia hit a police helicopter, killing at least 12 people. Officials blame these incidents on guerrilla groups linked to drug trafficking.Key Facts
- A car bomb exploded in Cali, Colombia, killing at least five people and injuring 36.
- The blast happened near the Marco Fidel Suarez Military Aviation School.
- The mayor of Cali condemned the attack and announced a reward for information.
- A separate attack involved a police helicopter that crashed, killing at least 12.
- The Colombian Defence Minister labeled the Cali attack as terrorism and blamed a guerrilla leader.
- A rise in violence has been noted in Colombia with conflicts involving rebels and drug gangs.
- Drone attacks have been increasing, with 115 recorded in 2024.
- Recently, three soldiers died in a drone attack in Colombia's southwest.
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