At least four people were killed and three seriously injured when two helicopters collided in mid-air on a beach on the Gold Coast. In eastern Australia, authorities reported Monday.
Commissioner Gary Worrell of the Queensland State Police stated at a press conference posted on social networks: six people would have been affected by minor injuries.
The accident occurred around 14:00 local time (GMT 4:00 GMT). A long beach near the Sea World entertainment complex, din the high season of tourism in ocean country.
“Rescuers and volunteers rushed to save some victims”Worrell drew attention while thanking the actions of those who helped after the accident.
While Australia’s Department of Security and Transport said it has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the incident, initial investigations show When the collision occurred, one plane was landing while the other was taking off.