4 killed in helicopter crash in Canada

CANADA, Jan. 3 (YPA) – At least four family members have been killed in a helicopter crash in Canada’s western province of Alberta, the CTV News broadcaster reported on Saturday, citing the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

According to the media outlet, the RCMP found the Robinson R44 helicopter on a farm field 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of the city of Grande Prairie.

The police said in a statement that all those on board the helicopter were killed, adding that the cause of the accident was still unknown.

An investigation into the cause of the incident is expected to be launched soon.

E.M