A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashed into a school building in the capital city of Dhaka on Sunday, killing at least one person and injuring several others. The incident sent shockwaves across the area as a massive fire and plume of smoke engulfed the crash site.
Air Force Jet Crashes into Dhaka School; One Dead, Rescue Operations Underway
According to initial reports, the training aircraft was on a routine exercise when it lost control and crashed into the building premises of a college located in the Tejgaon area of Dhaka. Eyewitness videos, which have since gone viral on social media, show the aircraft spiraling down and erupting into flames upon impact.
The incident sent shockwaves across the area as a massive fire
Emergency services, including fire brigades, police, and ambulances, rushed to the scene immediately. One fatality has been confirmed so far, though the number may rise as rescue and search operations continue. Several students and staff members were inside the school building at the time of the crash, raising concerns of further casualties.
Authorities have cordoned off the area, and an official investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the crash. Bangladesh Air Force officials are expected to release a statement shortly.
This tragic incident has sparked grief and concern nationwide, with citizens and leaders expressing condolences to the families affected.
Further details are awaited as the situation unfolds.
