The deadly helicopter crash that killed six people, including musician Oliver Tree, has left eyewitnesses describing the 'horrifying' aftermath in Brazil. All six on board the helicopter died after two helicopters collided in mid-air over Rio de Janeiro.
Details of the Incident
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department reported that one of the helicopters crashed into the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire that was later extinguished. Officials have announced an investigation to determine the cause of the collision.
Eyewitness Account
Fernandes de Freitas, a tire repair worker, recounted seeing one of the helicopters in flames after the mid-air collision. He also noticed a passenger jumping from the other aircraft before it hit the ground. 'It was terrifying, absolutely horrifying,' De Freitas said.
Victims Identified
Argentine streaming channel Blender confirmed that content creator Gaspar Prim Díaz, known as Gaspi, was in one of the helicopters. Gaspi, who had over 2.8 million YouTube followers, was just 23 years old. 'Thanks for your art, your magic and your sensibility, every one of us will miss you,' Blender posted on X.
The Brazilian Air Force issued a statement: 'The Brazilian Air Force (FAB), through the Center for Investigation and Prevention of Aeronautical Accidents (CENIPA), informs that, this Sunday (June 14th), investigators from the Third Regional Service for Investigation and Prevention of Aeronautical Accidents (SERIPA III), based in Rio de Janeiro (RJ), were called to carry out the Initial Action of the incident involving two aircraft, registration numbers PP-MAC and PR-DJJ, in Recreio dos Bandeirantes, in the Southwest Zone of Rio de Janeiro (RJ).'
Investigation Underway
'During the Initial Action, qualified and accredited professionals apply specific techniques for data collection and confirmation, preservation of evidence, initial verification of damage caused to or by the aircraft, and gathering other information necessary for the investigation,' the Air Force added.
Tributes Pour In
YouTube star and Britain's Got Talent judge KSI expressed his grief on X: 'Can't believe I'm actually having to type this. You're 32 man. You should still be here. You still had so much life to live. So much music to make. So much content to make. You're a legend and will always be a legend. Still doesn't feel real. Genuinely feel sick. I love you bro.'
