Four people, including three Colombian tourists, were killed in a helicopter crash on Saturday in the mountainside forest of Tijuca National Park in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- Four people were killed in the crash.
- Three of the victims were Colombian tourists.
- The crash occurred on Saturday.
- The incident took place in the mountainside forest of Tijuca National Park in Rio de Janeiro.
Four people were killed when a helicopter crashed in the mountainside forest of Tijuca National Park in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, according to Al Jazeera.
The crash took place on Saturday. Three Colombian tourists were among the victims, the outlet reported.
No further details about the circumstances of the crash, the identities of the victims or the cause of the incident were provided in the available reporting.
Why it matters
The crash killed four people, including three foreign tourists, at a national park in Rio de Janeiro. The cause of the incident has not yet been reported.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the helicopter crash happen?
The crash occurred in the mountainside forest of Tijuca National Park in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, according to Al Jazeera.
How many people died in the crash?
Four people were killed, including three Colombian tourists, according to Al Jazeera.
When did the crash occur?
The helicopter crashed on Saturday, according to Al Jazeera.
Timeline
- Four killed in helicopter crash in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro
Al Jazeera: Three Colombian tourists are among the victims of Saturday's crash on mountainside forest of Tijuca National Park.