Police helicopter crashes at Virginia Airport

Police helicopter crashes at Virginia Airport

Two people have escaped unharmed after a SAPS helicopter crashed at the Virginia Airport in Durban North.


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The details surrounding the crash are still unknown at this stage, but it is understood that the helicopter crashed and landed on its side on the runway.


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Rescue Care spokesperson, Garrith Jamieson says medics assessed the chopper's pilot and assistant pilot.

"Neither had sustained any injuries and they were given a clean bill of health by an Advanced Life Support paramedic. The airport is shutdown at this stage, and all necessary authorities are in attendance and will be investigating further."

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Police have yet to respond to media queries related to the incident.

This is a developing story.

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