BREAKING: Bangladesh Air Force Jet Crashes Into School in Dhaka, Killing 19 and Injuring 100

 

Dhaka, Bangladesh — A tragic accident unfolded today in the Bangladeshi capital as a Bangladesh Air Force jet crashed into a school, killing at least 19 people and injuring more than 100 others, according to early reports from local authorities.

The crash occurred in a densely populated area of Dhaka, where the military aircraft reportedly lost control mid-flight and collided directly with the school building during daytime hours. Many of the victims are believed to be students and staff who were inside the facility at the time of impact.

Emergency services rushed to the scene within minutes, working to pull survivors from the rubble and transport the injured to nearby hospitals. The scale of destruction has overwhelmed local hospitals, and additional emergency crews have been deployed to assist.

Officials have not yet confirmed the cause of the crash. The Bangladesh Air Force has launched an immediate investigation into the incident, including the aircraft’s maintenance records and the pilot’s condition prior to the crash.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and has called for a full report on the incident. A national day of mourning may be declared pending further updates.

The situation is developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.