News release

Fatal helicopter crash

July 4, 2024 - Invermere, British Columbia
From: Columbia Valley RCMP

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File # 2024-1609

On Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Columbia Valley RCMP were notified of a helicopter crash south of Invermere, BC, near Brewer Creek.

A ranch owner piloted the privately-owned helicopter, who had two passengers on board.

“Search and Rescue crews were deployed to the area and located the helicopter, and sadly the pilot who was deceased,” said Cpl. James Grandy, BC RCMP spokesperson.

Both passengers were found with non-life-threatening injuries and taken to hospital.

“The Columbia Valley RCMP is assisting both the BC Coroners Service and the Transportation Safety Board (TSB) with the ongoing investigation,” confirmed Cpl. Grandy.

“As the investigation is in its early stages, we’re not releasing the name of the deceased, or further details.”

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