Helicopter crashes into field in Doncaster just minutes after taking off
Emergency services are currently at the scene in Bentley, with dozens of police, paramedics and fire crews reported to be in attendance (Picture: Google maps)
A helicopter has crashed just yards from factories in an industrial estate in Doncaster.
The aircraft set off from Gamston Airport, near Retford, at around 10am this morning before crashing in a field near a food waste recycling firm Refood, in Ings Road, around 15 minutes later.
It is not yet known how many people were on board and if there are any casualties.
Police are urging people to stay away from the scene while they investigate.
Local reports have said the helicopter is a Robinson R44 Raven II. Metro is contacting the relevant authorities to see if this is correct.
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A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: ‘At 10.14am today (Thursday 30 October), we were called to Ings Lane, Bentley, where it is reported that a helicopter crashed in a field.
‘Officers and emergency services colleagues are in attendance at the scene.
‘Ings Lane is closed while we respond to this incident.
‘Please avoid the area and plan an alternative route where possible.
‘Further updates will be provided when they are available.’
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