In a rather shocking unconfirmed report from twitter, a helicopter carrying 7 high-profile individuals has reportedly crashed in the Mt. Longonot area of Kenya. The incident occurred this evening, (21st June) with initial reports indicating that the aircraft lost contact with the control tower shortly after 7 PM.
According to the tweet from user @Goddie_ke, the helicopter was carrying “unknown VIPs” when it went down in the Mt. Longonot region. Crucially, the tweet also states that former Jubilee Party vice-chairman David Murathe was on board the ill-fated chopper.
https://x.com/Goddie_Ke/status/1804252602009350381?t=d6Uev10okLMFBicJjPoelQ&s=19
A rescue operation is currently underway at the crash site, located in the rugged terrain of Mt. Longonot. Emergency services have rushed to the scene, but details remain scarce as the situation continues to unfold.
The safety of VIPs traveling by air has long been a major concern in Kenya, with several high-profile incidents occurring in recent years. Now, the nation holds its breath as authorities work to ascertain the fate of the 7 individuals believed to have been on board the crashed helicopter. The identities of the other passengers remain unconfirmed at this time.
This developing story comes just months after a separate helicopter crash in Elgeyo Marakwet that claimed the lives of several senior military officials. That incident highlighted the risks faced by VIPs when traveling by air, particularly in challenging weather conditions.
As the rescue operation continues, questions will undoubtedly arise about the circumstances surrounding this latest tragedy. Experts have long warned about the need for robust safety protocols and decision-making processes when it comes to VIP air travel, especially in regions with volatile weather patterns.
The nation awaits further updates from the authorities as they work to uncover the details of this devastating incident. Stay tuned for more information as this breaking news story continues to unfold.