15 Killed in Colombian Government Plane Crash Near Venezuela Border
A Colombian government plane crashed near the Venezuela border after taking off from Cúcuta to Ocaña, killing 15 people, including two pilots and a Colombian MP. An investigation is underway.
Arunkumar Gowrishankar 
At least 15 people were killed after a Colombian government aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after taking off from Cúcuta, a city near the Colombia–Venezuela border, on its way to Ocaña.
According to officials, the victims include 13 passengers and two pilots. Among those who lost their lives was a member of the Colombian Parliament (MP). Emergency services rushed to the crash site as authorities launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
The incident has sparked condolences from political leaders and officials, while aviation authorities continue to assess the circumstances surrounding the tragic crash.
