Two die in rush-hour helicopter crash in central London
Published:
12:37 AM January 16, 2013
Updated:
2:51 PM November 27, 2020
The scene of the helicopter crash in Vauxhall. Picture: steveheard82/Twitter - Credit: Archant
A helicopter crashed into a crane in central London during morning rush hour today, leaving two people dead.
The aircraft struck the top of a tower block by the River Thames in Vauxhall at 8am.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud bang as the helicopter cartwheeled to the ground and exploded into flames before crashing into a street.
Police have confirmed the two deaths, including the pilot, and several people are being treated for injuries.
If you are a Barking and Dagenham resident and witnessed or have been affected by the crash then please contact us by calling 0208 477 3778 or emailing postnewdesk@archant.co.uk
