US Issues Travel Warning to Colombia After Terrorist Attacks in Cauca and Valle

The United States Government, through the Department of State, issued a new travel alert for Colombia following attacks that occurred on the weekend of April 25th in the southwest of the country.

US Issues Travel Warning to Colombia After Terrorist Attacks in Cauca and Valle

TL;DR

  • The U.S. Department of State issued a travel alert for Colombia after attacks on April 25th.
  • The alert advises against travel to departments of Cauca and Valle del Cauca, excluding Popayán and Cali.
  • The warning cites violent crimes and active terrorist groups in the affected areas.
  • Over 20 people were killed and dozens injured in coordinated attacks targeting transportation and security facilities.