A military helicopter belonging to the European Union Force (EUFOR) has crashed in Bosnia and Herzegovina, leaving 3 people dead and 12 injured.
The accident occurred in the Brcko region in the northeast of the country. Brcko District Mayor Sinisa Milic shared information regarding the death toll and the number of injured in a statement to the Bosnian press.
In a statement issued by EUFOR, it was confirmed that the helicopter crashed during a routine operation. The statement noted that a detailed investigation has been launched into the circumstances and cause of the accident.
The mission reported that no civilian structures were damaged in the crash and that no civilians were injured. Following the incident, police and emergency teams were dispatched to the area. Footage from the scene showed extensive damage to the helicopter.
Elements of the Turkish Armed Forces are also serving within EUFOR, which operates to maintain peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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