politics
March 25, 2026
Delivery of bodies of victims of the crashed Hercules plane begins
Medicina Legal began the process of delivering the bodies of the victims of the Hercules plane crash this Wednesday...
TL;DR
- Medicina Legal in Bogotá has begun identifying and delivering the bodies of victims from the Hercules plane crash in Putumayo.
- The entire identification and delivery process is estimated to take around 48 hours.
- Forensic identification methods include fingerprint analysis (lofoscopia), dental records, and verification of military distinctive elements.
- Specialized forensic teams from across the country are supporting the operation.
- Emotional and user support, including psychological teams and communication channels, have been established for the victims' families.