BREAKING: Seven people killed after a Ranchi–Delhi air ambulance crashed near Simaria in Chatra district on Monday evening. Authorities confirm no survivors; investigation underway.
Seven Dead as Ranchi–Delhi Air Ambulance Crashes in Jharkhand Forest
All seven persons on board a Ranchi–Delhi air ambulance were killed after the aircraft crashed near Simaria in Chatra district on Monday evening, officials confirmed.
According to authorities, the aircraft was en route to Delhi after departing from Ranchi when the accident occurred.
Chatra Deputy Commissioner Keerthishree G said all occupants of the air ambulance lost their lives in the crash.
The aircraft, identified as a Beechcraft C90 (VT-AJV) operated by Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd, took off from Ranchi Airport at around 7:11 pm. It reportedly went missing from radar approximately 20 minutes later before being located in the Bariatu Panchayat area of Simaria, deep inside a forested region.
Rescue and recovery teams reached the site soon after the wreckage was located. Authorities have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the crash, while officials continue to verify details related to the victims and flight operations.
(JKNN)
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