Authorities in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad urge residents to assist in locating alleged US pilots following reports of a downed aircraft
Authorities in Iran’s southwestern province of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad have called on the public to assist in locating individuals identified as US pilots after reports emerged of a downed American aircraft in the region, according to statements carried by Iranian state media.
The provincial governor issued a public appeal encouraging residents to participate in a widespread search operation across rural and mountainous terrain. He stated that individuals who contribute to capturing or neutralizing the alleged pilots would be recognized with official honors, reflecting the seriousness of the reported incident.
In a separate broadcast, Iran’s state-run media network announced that residents who succeed in apprehending the pilots alive and handing them over to military or law enforcement authorities would be eligible for rewards. The announcement was directed specifically at communities within the province, urging vigilance and cooperation with security forces.
No independent verification has been provided regarding the downing of a US aircraft or the presence of American personnel in the area. The United States has not issued any immediate public response to the claims reported by Iranian outlets.
Security observers note that such public mobilization efforts are uncommon and typically arise in periods of heightened geopolitical tension. The situation remains fluid, with limited confirmed details available from independent international sources.
Authorities have not released additional technical information about the alleged incident, and the extent of search operations underway remains unclear.
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