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A second attack occurred in Valle del Cauca on Friday after several cylinders detonated near the Agustín Codazzi battalion in Palmira. In a nearby restaurant, moments of distress were experienced due to the explosion.
TL;DR
- An explosive attack occurred near the Agustín Codazzi Battalion in Palmira, Valle del Cauca.
- The attack involved the detonation of approximately three cylinders launched from a vehicle.
- Citizens in a nearby restaurant experienced panic and fled due to the explosions.
- Authorities reported only material damage and no injuries from the Palmira attack.
- This was the second attack in Valle del Cauca on Friday, with a previous incident in Cali involving an explosive-laden abandoned bus.
- The governor of Valle del Cauca described the events as unacceptable terrorist acts and a confirmation of escalating violence.
- The governor requested more support, including increased security forces and intelligence, from the national government.
- Valle del Cauca has been targeted by illegal armed groups, particularly dissident factions of alias Iván Mordisco, who have conducted numerous attacks in the region.