HARARE, Zimbabwe, Sep 30— Zimbabwean business tycoon Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, are feared to be among six people killed in a helicopter crash in Marondera, eastern Zimbabwe, on Wednesday evening.
Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana confirmed the crash, saying there were no survivors, but said the Zimbabwe Republic Police would formally release the identities of the victims.
“The Government wishes to confirm that a helicopter crash has occurred, involving one high-profile businessman, three other passengers, and two pilots,” Mangwana said.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police said the aircraft crashed in Marondera Rural area at about 5pm with six people on board.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the cause of the crash or formally identified the victims.
“Current information indicates that there were no survivors in this crash.”
Mangwana said the police would formally confirm the identities of the victims and extended condolences to their families and friends.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police will confirm the names of the victims in due course,” he said.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police had earlier confirmed that an aircraft crashed in the Marondera Rural area at about 5pm, with six people on board.
“The ZRP confirms a plane crash in Marondera Rural area at 1700 hours, this evening. The aircraft had 6 occupants,” police said.
“More details will be released in due course as the scene is currently being attended.”
The crash occurred in Marondera, southeast of the capital Harare, and emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene.
Authorities have not disclosed what caused the crash or released the identities of those aboard.
