10 killed in Colombia plane crash
At least 10 people died in a small plane crash near Urrao, northwest Colombia, while en route from Jurado to Medellin. The crash occurred after losing communication on Wednesday.
- Americas
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 11:47 | 11 January 2025
- Modified Date: 11:53 | 11 January 2025
At least 10 people were killed in a crash of a small plane in Urrao, northwest of Colombia, an official said on Friday.
The plane was en route from Jurado, a town in the province of Choco, near the border with Panama, bound for Medellin, when it lost communication on Wednesday.
Antioquia governor Andres Julian Redon said there were no survivors, and rescue teams managed to recover five bodies in the area.
He said due to unfavorable weather conditions and difficult terrain, search and rescue teams continue their work with difficulty, and reiterated solidarity and support for the families of the deceased.