Two helicopters collided and crashed in Rio de Janeiro’s western zone on Sunday morning, resulting in the deaths of all six people aboard, according to the city’s Military Fire Department.
The tragedy occurred when one of the helicopters struck a car dealership, igniting a fire that was swiftly brought under control by firefighters.
Fatal Air Collision
The two aircraft collided mid-air before crashing near a busy car dealership in Rio’s west. Emergency crews were dispatched immediately to the scene to manage the aftermath.
Fire At Dealership
One of the helicopters crashed directly on the dealership lot, where several electric vehicles were parked. The impact caused a fire, which firefighters extinguished without further casualties.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have launched a full investigation to determine the cause of the mid-air collision. No further details have been released at this stage.
Emergency Response
Rio de Janeiro’s Military Fire Department responded promptly, handling the blaze and securing the crash site to assist with the ongoing investigation.
Originally published by UKNIP.
