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Colombia Police Helicopter Downed in Drone Attack
A police helicopter in Colombia was shot down by a drone, killing eight officers.
The attack happened during a mission to destroy coca crops used to make cocaine.
President Petro initially thought a drug cartel was responsible, but it appears FARC dissidents, a group that didn't agree with the peace deal, were behind it.
The attack may have been revenge for a recent drug bust.
Colombia is dealing with rising violence linked to drug trafficking and armed groups.
A police helicopter was shot down in Antioquia, Colombia, killing eight officers.
The attack was carried out by a drone and was linked to FARC dissidents.
The helicopter was part of a coca eradication task force.
President Petro initially suspected the Gulf Clan drug cartel of the attack.
The attack may be retaliation for a recent cocaine seizure.
- Who
- FARC dissidents.
- What
- Drone attack on a police helicopter.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Antioquia, Colombia.
- Why
- Possibly in retaliation for a cocaine seizure.
Responsibility
Gulf Clan/FARC Dissidents
Attribution of the Attack
Responsibility
President Petro initially suspected the Gulf Clan drug cartel.
Gulf Clan/FARC Dissidents
Further investigation pointed to FARC dissidents.
- Fatalities
- 8
- Injured
- 8
- Location
- Antioquia, Colombia
- Perpetrators
- FARC dissidents
- Attack Method
- Drone strike
Sources
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