A small private aircraft crashed near the town of Paipa in Colombia’s Boyacá department on Saturday, leaving several people dead. Regional music singer Yeison Jiménez was reportedly among those traveling on the aircraft, according to local media reports.
Emergency services confirmed multiple fatalities at the scene, but authorities have not formally identified the victims. Colombian officials said investigations are ongoing and identities will be confirmed through official channels.
BREAKING: Colombian regional singer Yeison Jiménez, 5 crew members killed in plane crash in Paipa. pic.twitter.com/mYuQUZjKSR
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What Happened Near Paipa Airport
Local media reported that the charter aircraft departed from Paipa airport in central Colombia and crashed shortly after take-off. The plane reportedly came down in a field close to the end of the runway after failing to gain altitude.
Officials have not yet released a formal statement detailing the cause of the crash or the exact number of casualties.
Reports Link Yeison Jiménez to the Crash
Colombia’s El Tiempo newspaper cited initial information suggesting that those killed may include Yeison Jiménez and five other people believed to be members of his musical team. Authorities, however, have not officially confirmed the identities of the passengers.
Jiménez, who was from the municipality of Manzanares in the department of Caldas, had earlier performed in the neighboring department of Boyacá. He was reportedly traveling on a private flight to Medellín, from where he was scheduled to continue to Marinilla for a performance later on Saturday.
Reaction and Ongoing Investigation
Tributes began appearing on social media following reports of the singer’s death. One local journalist wrote on X that sources had confirmed the passing of Yeison Jiménez, describing him as a major figure in Colombian popular music.
Other posts cited local media claims that the aircraft was destroyed by fire after impact and that five other people traveling with the singer were also believed to have died. Authorities have yet to confirm these details and said the investigation remains active.
