Four people died in a helicopter crash near Montreal

In the Canadian province of Quebec, about 55 km southeast of Montreal, a helicopter crashed, all four people on board died, CBC reported, citing police.

The crash occurred around 14:30 local time. Police spokesman Brigitte Dorsenville said the helicopter was on fire when emergency services arrived and all four inside were found dead on the spot.

According to preliminary data, the helicopter had problems shortly after takeoff, after which it fell near the place of departure. Where exactly the ship left, did not specify. Police believe the helicopter was private, the identities of the dead have not yet been revealed.

Medical helicopter Mi-8 made a hard landing in the Krasnoyarsk region. On board were three crew members and a paramedic, injured paramedic and flight mechanic. The investigation considers the technical malfunction and violation of piloting rules as the main versions of the incident.