Small Plane Crashes in Cotacachi, Injuring Two

A small aircraft crashed in the Iltaquí sector of Cotacachi, Imbabura province, on Sunday, August 23, 2026, leaving two individuals with injuries. The emergency line received an alert, prompting a swift coordination of response teams to the remote area. Preliminary reports from ECU 911 Ibarra indicated that the two occupants of the aircraft suffered multiple bruises. They received immediate attention from emergency personnel at the crash site before being transported to a local hospital for more comprehensive medical assessment.

Firefighters from Cotacachi and the National Police were dispatched to the scene to manage the situation. The ECU 911 continued to monitor and coordinate the emergency response efforts. As of the latest reports, the specific causes leading to the aircraft's crash have not been disclosed. Details regarding the current health status of the two occupants also remain unconfirmed as the investigation into the incident is ongoing.