Panic In Ilaje As Helicopter Crashes In Igbokoda

 

Panic In Ilaje As Helicopter Crashes In Igbokoda

Panic gripped Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday following reports of a helicopter crash in the coastal community.

Many lives were feared lost in the incident, though details remained sketchy as of press time.

The identity of the aircraft and the number of persons on board could not be immediately ascertained. 

When contacted, relevant emergency and security agencies pleaded for time to verify the incident and establish facts surrounding it.

A community leader who confirmed the crash on condition of anonymity said residents were still struggling to locate the exact crash site.

“Yes, it is true. A helicopter crashed at Igbokoda, but we don’t know the exact place and other details,” the source said.

The Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, said he was not aware of the incident but promised to revert after making further checks.

As of press time, there was no official confirmation of casualties or the type of aircraft involved.