The Colombian Army mourns the loss of three soldiers who were killed in a drone strike on a security checkpoint, amidst increasing drone violence in the region linked to illegal armed factions.
Deadly Drone Attack Claims Lives of Three Colombian Soldiers
Deadly Drone Attack Claims Lives of Three Colombian Soldiers
A recent explosive-laden drone attack in Colombia attributed to dissident rebel groups has left three soldiers dead and four others injured.
In a tragic incident in south-west Colombia, three soldiers were killed in a coordinated drone attack attributed to dissident rebel groups. The strike occurred while the soldiers were conducting operations at a checkpoint on the Naya River, an area notorious for drug trafficking activity. The victims, identified as Wilmar Rivas, Andrés Estrada, and Dario Estrada, were targeted by explosive-laden drones that caused injuries to four additional personnel from navy and army units.
Recent data indicates a surge in drone attacks across Colombia, with 115 incidents recorded in 2024 alone. These drone attacks are typically orchestrated by criminal organizations seeking to undermine government forces. In response to the growing threat, Colombian authorities are enhancing their defenses with advanced anti-drone technology aimed at identifying and neutralizing potential airborne threats.
The attack near Buenaventura, a coastal city heavily entrenched in drug-related crime, was reportedly executed by factions led by dissident rebel leader Iván Mordisco. This group, which descends from the Farc rebels that refused to ratify a peace deal in 2016, is known for engaging in various criminal enterprises, including cocaine production and extortion. The Colombian government has previously indicated plans to initiate stricter measures against these airborne threats, highlighting the urgent need for security enhancements in regions plagued by violence and narcotics trafficking.
