By Ayodele Oni
Emergency workers are being moved in to a site where a helicopter crashed at Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Report revealed that several people on board the helicopter are feared dead.
The incident occurred on Monday, throwing residents of the coastal community into panic as emergency responders and other relevant authorities moved to ascertain what happened.
As of the time of filing this report, the identity of the helicopter, the number of people on board and the fate of possible survivors have yet to be officially confirmed.
Sources said efforts were ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash and establish the extent of casualties.
The crash reportedly occurred in the Igbokoda area, although details about the flight, including its destination and origin, remain unclear.
Residents and other witnesses were said to have gathered around the scene as authorities commenced efforts to secure the area and assess the situation.
Emergency agencies are expected to release further information on the incident, including details of the aircraft and confirmed casualties
The Ondo State Police Command, in a post, confirmed the reported crash in the Igbokoda axis of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State on Monday, 5th October 2026.
Details surrounding the incident are still emerging, as efforts to establish the full circumstances continue.
The Command urged members of the public, particularly residents of Igbokoda and adjoining communities, to remain calm and refrain from circulating unverified information.
The public will be duly informed as soon as further credible information becomes available.
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