Tragedy in Colombia's Illicit Mines: A Symptom of a Broader Crisis The collapse of an unregulated gold mine in Policarpa, Colombia, has resulted in 13 deaths and seven injuries.
This tragedy highlights the devastating consequences of allowing illicit mining operations to flourish in the country.
Colombia has struggled with the issue of illegal mining for years, particularly in regions like Narino where criminal groups often use these operations to finance their activities.