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Nine Dead in Colombia University Outing Bus Accident

A bus carrying 26 people crashed on May 25 in western Colombia during a university field trip, killing at least 10 and injuring 11.
The accident occurred when the driver lost control and the bus hit a barrier on the Helicoil Bridge, causing several passengers to be ejected.
According to university officials, the bus was transporting a group that included two educators, one communications staff member, and twenty-two students, traveling from Tolima to Quindio.
Police commander Luis Fernando Atuesta described the crash as "unfortunate" and confirmed investigations are underway to determine its causes.
The university declared two days of mourning, highlighting the impact on its community amid Colombia's high daily traffic death rate of 22 in 2024.

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