Five people reported dead and three others injured after a KDF helicopter crashed in Sindar area, West Pokot County.
The aircraft reportedly took off from Cheptulel Boys High School but crashed and caught fire shortly after taking off. The circumstances surrounding the tragedy remain unclear.
Unverified reports suggest that senior KDF officials boarded the helicopter; however, this information has yet to be confirmed.
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has urged the public to stay calm, assuring them that a press briefing will be held to provide clarification on the tragic accident.
“Dear fellow Kenyans. An official communication concerning the Military Aircraft Crash shall be issued soon.”
“Let’s stay calm and avoid any speculation whatsoever at this critical juncture,” he stated.
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