Two agents of the US Central Intelligence Agency were killed in a plane crash in Mexico. The incident occurred during a joint operation with local law enforcement.
Details of the incident
Pros. data CBS News, a helicopter carrying CIA agents and Mexican law enforcement officers crashed during a raid in one of the regions of Mexico. The crash occurred on 25 April 2026.
US officials confirmed the deaths of two agents. There are also reports of injuries among Mexican security forces.
The official reaction of the United States
The US State Department has expressed condolences to the families of the victims. US agencies have launched an investigation into the circumstances of the crash.
The US Embassy in Mexico stated that it was working closely with local authorities to clarify the details of the incident.
Operation against organised crime
The incident occurred during a joint operation against organised criminal groups. Mexican and US forces conducted the raid as part of the fight against drug trafficking.
Local authorities are not disclosing details of the operation for security reasons.
Investigation of the causes of the disaster
Mexican and US experts are working on the scene to determine the cause of the accident. Technical malfunctions or weather conditions are being preliminarily considered.
Final conclusions are expected after the official investigation is completed.
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