Explosion Outside Colombian Police Base Injures 11 Officers, Kills Police Dog
A truck exploded outside a police base in Cucuta, Colombia, near the Venezuelan border, injuring 11 officers and killing a police dog. The Colombian Defense Minister blamed the National Liberation Army (ELN) rebel group for the attack.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 1, 2026 —
An explosion involving a truck outside a police base in Cucuta, Colombia, has resulted in injuries to 11 police officers and the death of a police dog. The incident occurred in Cucuta, a city located near the Venezuelan border.
The Colombian Defense Minister has publicly attributed the attack to the National Liberation Army (ELN), a rebel group operating in the region. The specific details regarding the truck’s contents, the exact time of the explosion, or any potential civilian casualties beyond the injured officers were not immediately available.
Authorities are reportedly investigating the circumstances surrounding the explosion. Further details regarding the condition of the injured officers and the ongoing investigation are expected.
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