Sinn Féin TD for Longford-Westmeath, Sorca Clarke, has extended her sympathies on the reported deaths of two men following a helicopter crash near Killucan in Westmeath this afternoon.
Teachta Clarke said:
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the deaths of two men following a shocking and tragic helicopter crash near Killucan today. My thoughts and prayers are with their families, friends and loved ones.
“The area the helicopter came down in is a small rural community and locals have expressed to me their shock at this tragic event.
“I want to extend also my sincere thanks to those who came to the aid of the men, the first responders and the emergency services. My thoughts are with them also this evening.
“The Air Accident Investigation Unit deployed a team of investigators this afternoon, and a report into the cause of this tragic incident will be completed in due course.
“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha.”
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