Zimbabwe helicopter crash claims six lives
Zimbabwean police say the aircraft crashed, with six people on board.
A fatal helicopter crash in rural Marondera, east of Harare, Zimbabwe, has claimed the lives of six people, including prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo. The crash occurred on Wednesday evening around 5pm, with the aircraft carrying six occupants: Chivayo, his wife, two other passengers, and two pilots. Chivayo's death has been confirmed by his family spokesman, Herbert Chivayo. Investigations into the cause of the crash are underway, and police plan to release a detailed report soon.
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