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Police Chopper Crashes in Meru, Injuring Six Officers

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 13 June 2020.

On June 13, 2020, a police helicopter crashed in Meru, Kenya, leaving six police officers injured.

The helicopter was carrying security personnel from Eastern who were heading to Sololo in Marsabit for a security meeting, according to Police Spokesman Charles Owino.

"The officers have been rushed to Meru Level Five hospital but plans are underway to airlift them for specialised treatment," Owino said.

The injured officers include the Eastern Regional County Commissioner and Police Chief.

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