Helicopter Horror: Man Dies, Teen Fighting for Life After Chopper Crashes onto Car in Sydney Suburb
- A 19-year-old boy is clinging to life with serious spinal injuries after the helicopter crash in Bankstown
- The tragic incident occurred at 1:30pm on Friday, with one person declared dead at the scene
- A crime scene has been established, and an investigation into the cause of the crash is underway
A devastating helicopter crash in Sydney’s Bankstown suburb has left one man dead and a teenager fighting for his life. The chopper, carrying multiple people, plummeted onto a car on Birch St near Bankstown airport at 1:30pm on Friday.
The crash scene was nothing short of chaotic, with emergency services rushing to the area to find one person deceased. The 19-year-old boy, who suffered serious spinal injuries, was treated at the scene before being rushed to Liverpool Hospital in a critical condition.
Police have confirmed that a crime scene has been established, and an investigation into the cause of the crash will be undertaken by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB). A report will be prepared for the coroner.
The identities of those involved in the crash have not been released, but the incident has sent shockwaves through the community. The crash is a stark reminder of the dangers of aviation accidents, and an investigation will aim to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
In a sombre statement, police confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and the community is urged to come forward with any information that may assist in determining the cause of the crash.
The devastating incident has left many reeling, and the community is rallying around the families affected by this tragic event.