A scene of urgent activity unfolded this morning in Bentley, South Yorkshire, as emergency services responded to a helicopter crash. Dozens of police officers, paramedics, and firefighters are currently on site, working to assess the situation and secure the area.
The incident occurred at approximately 10:14 AM on Ings Lane, where the helicopter reportedly came down in a field. Details remain scarce, but authorities are treating the situation with the utmost seriousness.
Initial reports indicate the aircraft was a Robinson R44 Raven II, and had taken off from Gamston Airport near Retford earlier that morning, around 10:00 AM. Flight radar data is being analyzed to understand the final moments before the crash.
Ings Lane is currently closed to traffic as emergency personnel manage the aftermath. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area entirely and to seek alternative routes. The priority is ensuring the safety of everyone involved and a thorough investigation.
South Yorkshire Police have confirmed they are providing updates as they become available, acknowledging the rapidly evolving nature of the situation. The focus remains on securing the crash site and gathering information.
The cause of the crash is, at this stage, unknown. Investigators will meticulously examine the wreckage and gather data to determine the factors that led to this incident. Every effort will be made to understand what happened.
