A plane crash near Urrao, in Colombia’s Antioquia region, claimed the lives of ten people, including three children, on Wednesday, January 8. The Colombian Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that there were no survivors.
Communication Lost During Flight
According to officials, the Cessna aircraft lost communication around 5:30 p.m. while en route from Jurado to Medellín. Local media reported that five members of the same family were aboard the plane.
Wreckage Images Released
Images shared on January 10 by the Administrative Department of Risk Management in Antioquia revealed the wreckage of the aircraft in a forested area. Authorities stated that investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.
Crash Cause Under Investigation
The cause of the crash remains unclear, and expert teams are continuing their efforts in the area. The Colombian Civil Aviation Authority announced that a comprehensive investigation is being conducted to uncover the details of the incident.
Families Mourn Profound Loss
The crash has left local communities and the victims’ families devastated. The loss of five members of the same family has added to the depth of the tragedy, leaving the nation mourning.
Colombia has pledged to review and enhance its aviation safety standards to prevent such accidents in the future.
#Atención La @AerocivilCol informa que esta tarde, un helicóptero participante en la búsqueda, avistó restos que aparentemente corresponden a la aeronave Cessna 402 HK2522 en jurisdicción de Urrao, Antioquia. Equipos de rescate trabajan para acceder al sitio exacto del accidente. pic.twitter.com/gywVycLLgu
— Aeronáutica Civil (@AerocivilCol) January 9, 2025
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