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Helicopter crash in London

The London Fire Brigade have responded to a helicopter crash in South London at 8 am this morning.

Eight fire engines and four fire rescue units and around 60 firefighters plus officers are attending reports of a helicopter crash near Wandsworth Road, St George's Wharf,  in South Lambeth.

The helicopter is reported to have crashed into a crane near a building that was shrouded in mist, although details cannot as yet be confirmed. The police and other emergency services are also attending the incident.
 

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UPDATE:
The Metropolitan Police reported that the helicopter crash claimed the life of the pilot, Peter Barnes and a passer-by, Michael Wood. Twelve other people were also injured.

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