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Helicopter crash in Peru - 15 dead

Fifteen people died when a military helicopter crashed in Peru's Arequipa province, the country's air force announced on Monday.

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The helicopter lost radio contact on Sunday afternoon. The wreckage was found after a search operation on Monday.

All on board perished, including the four crew members.

The helicopter, a Russian-made Mi-17, was part of the rescue effort after the extensive floods that hit the region.

AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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