Colombian Army reports three soldiers killed and eight injured in drone attack in Santa Rosa, Bolívar
“Ejército reporta 3 militares asesinados y 8 heridos en atentado con drones explosivos en cantón de Santa Rosa, Bolívar”
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A drone strike carrying explosive charges against a military canton in Santa Rosa del Sur, Bolívar, left three soldiers dead and eight wounded, the Colombian National Army reported.
The devices detonated inside the base perimeter, striking personnel conducting guard and logistical duties. The injured were stabilized on site and evacuated to higher-level hospitals.
Southern Bolívar has experienced sustained territorial disputes between non-state armed actors, who have increasingly integrated unmanned aerial technology into tactical ambushes.
Local residents expressed concern regarding the proximity of the explosions to residential areas, leading municipal officials to convene an extraordinary security council.
Military authorities initiated inquiries to identify the perpetrators and examine electronic countermeasure systems across regional bases.
- Three soldiers were killed and eight wounded at the Santa Rosa del Sur base.
- Explosives were delivered using unmanned aerial vehicles.
- An official investigation is underway to identify the group responsible.
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