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Kenya Air Force helicopter crashes in Baringo

Author: Citizen Digital | Published: July 20, 2023

A Kenya Air Force, Fennec helicopter crashes in Baringo - COURTESY

A Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) helicopter crashed on Thursday evening at Chemolingot Stadium in Baringo County.

The chopper, a Kenya Air Force, Fennec helicopter was carrying officials who were part of the entourage accompanying Defence CS Aden Duale on a security tour of the volatile region.

Confirming the incident, KDF said the helicopter hit a tree and crashed during take-off.

All persons onboard including government officials escaped unhurt.

“All passengers disembarked safely and are in stable condition,” said KDF.

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