25.07.2012 0

Provence & Côte d'Azur: at least three people are believed to have died

Helicopter crash in Gorges du Verdon

A helicopter has crashed in the Gorges du Verdon, killing at least three people. The accident occurred at around 1.45pm today, and emergency services are trying to determine exactly how and why the helicopter went down.

The helicopter went down near the town of La Palud sur Verdon. Photo: Haute Var Tourism

The aircraft is believed to have crashed on the left bank of the Gorges near the town of La Palud sur Verdon, in the Alpes Haute de Provence. Details at this stage remain sketchy, but it is being reported that at least three people have died in the accident. A fourth person is also believed to have been injured.

The Riviera Times will bring you more information as we receive it.

Cassandra Tanti

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