- A helicopter reportedly carrying senior government officials crashed at GreenView Nursing Home near Kericho Golf Club on Monday, October 12
- All occupants were rushed to hospital following the crash, with preliminary reports indicating they are in stable condition
- Police and aviation officials were yet to release an official statement on the incident as of the time of reporting
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Kericho - A helicopter crashed at Kericho Golf Club on Monday, October 12, during an attempted take-off, with preliminary reports indicating that all occupants were transported to a nearby medical facility for attention.
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The aircraft was reportedly ferrying senior government officials at the time of the incident. Details on the identities of those on board or their specific roles have not been confirmed in any official communication.
Video footage seen by TUKO.co.ke shows a number of people gathered around the grounded helicopter at the golf club.
A light utility helicopter lies severely damaged on a grassy field after a hard landing, its tail section completely severed from the main fuselage.
Registration markings visible on the wreckage identify the downed chopper as "5Y-JESK," linked to the Kenya Forest Service.
Kericho Golf Club Helicopter Crash
Authorities had not issued any formal statement on the crash at the time of reporting. Neither police nor aviation officials had publicly addressed the circumstances surrounding the incident or confirmed the number of occupants aboard the aircraft.
While preliminary information suggests those involved are in a safe condition, no medical update has been independently verified through official channels.
Investigation Pending
The cause of the crash remains unknown pending a formal inquiry. Aviation incidents of this nature in Kenya typically fall under the mandate of the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), which investigates accidents and incidents involving aircraft operating within the country's airspace.
TUKO.co.ke will continue to monitor the situation and update this story as official statements become available.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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