Safari Helicopter Crash in Kenya Claims 7 Lives, Including 5 Americans

A helicopter carrying tourists on a safari in northern Kenya crashed on August 19, resulting in the deaths of seven people. Among the fatalities were five U.S. citizens and Ecuador’s intelligence chief along with his wife. The helicopter was chartered by &Beyond Travel and went down near Kirish in Samburu County.

• A helicopter crashed during a safari in northern Kenya on August 19.
• Seven people were killed in the crash.
• Five of the deceased were U.S. citizens.
• Ecuador’s intelligence chief and his wife were also among the victims.
• The helicopter was chartered by luxury safari operator &Beyond Travel.
• The crash occurred near Kirish, close to Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County.