A tragic incident unfolded as a man lost his life in a helicopter crash in the southwest of Sydney. The crash occurred at approximately 1:30 pm local time on Friday, October 3, at a carpark on Birch Street, Bankstown. Upon receiving reports of the crash, emergency services, including the police and ambulance, rushed to the scene.
Despite efforts by NSW Ambulance paramedics to treat the man on-site, he succumbed to his injuries and passed away at the scene. The man’s identity has not been disclosed. Additionally, a 19-year-old man sustained serious injuries and was promptly transported to Liverpool Hospital in critical condition.
NSW Police have issued a formal statement confirming the tragic event and the ongoing investigation. Authorities have established a crime scene, and the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) will conduct a thorough inquiry into the crash’s cause. A detailed report will be prepared for the coroner’s review.
Individuals with any relevant information regarding the incident are urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or visit https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au for confidential assistance. The public is reminded not to share information via NSW Police social media channels.
In a separate incident, two hikers made a grim discovery in an isolated area near Lendenfeld Point in Australia’s alpine region in Victoria. They stumbled upon the bodies of two women and promptly alerted authorities before 1 pm local time. Search and Rescue Squad along with Air Wing officers responded to the scene and initiated an investigation. The women’s identities and exact circumstances surrounding their deaths remain unknown, though authorities estimate their ages to be in the 20s or 30s.