Tragic Crash: Colombian Military Plane Goes Down with Dozens Aboard
A Colombian military transport plane crashed shortly after takeoff, leaving many soldiers feared dead. Authorities are investigating the incident in the southern Amazon region.
Tragedy struck the Colombian military as a Lockheed Martin Hercules C-130 cargo plane carrying between 80 and 110 soldiers crashed shortly after takeoff from Puerto Leguízamo, deep in the country's southern Amazon region on the border with Peru. The incident has left scores of soldiers feared dead, according to Colombian Defense Minister Pedro Sánchez.
The ill-fated flight was transporting troops from the armed forces when the accident occurred as the plane was taking off from the remote area. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, but details remain limited at this time.
Rescue teams have been dispatched to the scene, located in the heart of Colombia's southern Amazon, a region known for its rugged terrain and challenging accessibility. The area's dense forests and winding rivers pose significant obstacles for emergency responders attempting to reach the crash site and recover any survivors.
