Israeli Ex-Soldier Dies in Paragliding Accident in Colombia
A 23-year-old Israeli man, recently discharged from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), died on Thursday in a paragliding accident near Medellin, Colombia. The incident occurred during his post-army travels, commonly known as the "Big Trip." The former soldier was paragliding in a tandem flight with a local instructor when the parachute reportedly crashed in a wooded area. His death was pronounced at the scene.
The local instructor sustained serious injuries and was transported to a Medellin hospital. Colombian authorities have launched an investigation into the crash, with weather conditions, including strong winds reported in the area prior to the accident, being examined as a potential factor. Rescue teams, police, and firefighters responded to the scene to recover the body.
In Israel, efforts are underway to repatriate the deceased's body for burial. A Chabad representative in Medellin is coordinating with the Israeli Embassy and local authorities to facilitate the necessary procedures.
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