Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Arauca, Saravena area, Colombia on Fri 3rd September 2021

3rd September 2021

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On 3 September 2021, in Saravena (Arauca), unidentified armed individuals activated an explosive device when a military unit passed near the device. No fatalities or injuries occurred, but nearby buildings reported several damages. While the area is known for the presence of several armed groups, authorities identified the 10th FARC dissident faction as responsible for the attack.

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Colombia (COL)

Arauca ( Saravena area )

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