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Attack with explosives against police substation in Pailitas, Cesar, left five uniformed wounded and damage to infrastructure
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Attack with explosives against police substation in Pailitas, Cesar, left five uniformed wounded and damage to infrastructure

On July 23, 2026, a police station in El Burro, located in the rural area of Pailitas municipality in the Cesar department of Colombia, was attacked with explosives and gunfire. The attack occurred around 8:00 p.m. and caused material damage to the infrastructure, including collapsed parts of the roof, destroyed walls, and debris inside the facility. Five police officers were injured but did not suffer life-threatening injuries and were evacuated to a local hospital for medical evaluation. Authorities have not yet officially attributed the attack to any illegal armed group or reported arrests related to the incident. The National Police, in coordination with military forces, activated operational protocols to secure the area, strengthen institutional capacity in the region, and ensure the safety of residents and personnel. A specialized investigation team has been formed to gather evidence and identify those responsible.

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Attack with explosives against police substation in Pailitas, Cesar, left five uniformed wounded and damage to infrastructure

On July 23, 2026, a police station in El Burro, located in the rural area of Pailitas municipality in the Cesar department of Colombia, was attacked with explosives and gunfire. The attack occurred around 8:00 p.m. and caused material damage to the infrastructure, including collapsed parts of the roof, destroyed walls, and debris inside the facility. Five police officers were injured but did not suffer life-threatening injuries and were evacuated to a local hospital for medical evaluation. Authorities have not yet officially attributed the attack to any illegal armed group or reported arrests related to the incident. The National Police, in coordination with military forces, activated operational protocols to secure the area, strengthen institutional capacity in the region, and ensure the safety of residents and personnel. A specialized investigation team has been formed to gather evidence and identify those responsible.

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