Truck Bomb Injures 11 At Colombian Police Station Before Inauguration
A truck bomb exploded beside a police station in Cúcuta, on Colombia's border with Venezuela, on Saturday, injuring 11 people, officials said.[1]
Local officials said eight police officers and three civilians were hurt in the blast.[1] Authorities offered a reward amounting to more than $32,000 for information leading to the attackers.[1]
President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella is due to take office on Aug. 7, 2026.[1] He has pledged a tougher, U.S.-backed military campaign against guerrillas and drug traffickers.[1]
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- On Saturday, August 1, 2026, a truck bomb exploded beside a police station in Cucuta, near Colombia's border with Venezuela.
- Local officials reported at least 11 injured: eight police officers and three civilians.
- Authorities announced a reward equivalent to more than $32,000 for information leading to the attackers.
- President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella takes office on August 7, 2026, after pledging a tougher, U.S.-backed military campaign against guerrillas and drug traffickers.
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August 01, 2026