The helicopter was heading towards Comidé when the tragedy occurred. The first information mentions three people on board the aircraft: the manager of the G4S security agency, his deputy and the pilot, who was of French nationality. Unfortunately, all three crew members lost their lives in this tragic accident.
For the moment, no official source has made a statement regarding this helicopter crash. However, local civil society quickly spoke up to communicate about the incident. According to them, the helicopter belonged to the Boss-Mining company and was totally damaged following the accident.
The place where the accident happened, Kakanda, is a small village located in the territory of Lubudi, more than 100 kilometers from the city of Kolwezi, in the province of Lualaba. It was in this ravine that the helicopter fell, causing the death of the three people on board.
This sad news is yet another reminder of the dangers faced by pilots and air travellers. Investigations into the accident will be carried out to determine the exact causes of the crash and possible responsibilities.
In the meantime, the local community is in mourning and expresses its condolences to the families of the victims. The loss of these three people is a tragedy that closely affects the Boss-Mining company and the G4S security agency.
Safety in air transport remains a major concern, and the competent authorities must work together to guarantee flight safety and avoid such accidents in the future.
The mining industry plays a vital role in the economy of the Kolwezi region and this tragedy is also a reminder of the importance of putting in place strict security measures for companies involved in this sector.
The exact details of the accident and the measures that will be taken to avoid such incidents in the future are yet to be determined. In the meantime, the local community and loved ones of the victims must come to terms with this tragic loss and find comfort in those around them at this difficult time