No Sign of Foul Play Found in Raisi Helicopter Crash 2024!
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Iranian military investigators have reported no signs of foul play in the helicopter crash that killed President Ebrahim Raisi and seven others. Here is a detailed overview of the investigation findings and ongoing efforts.
Preliminary Findings
No Evidence of Criminal Activity
Initial Report: A preliminary report from the general staff of the armed forces indicated that there was no evidence of criminal activity.
No Bullet Holes: The investigation found no traces of bullet holes on the helicopter wreckage.
Cause of Fire: The helicopter reportedly caught fire after hitting an elevated area.
Flight Path and Communications
Pre-Planned Route: Raisi’s helicopter was flying on a pre-planned route and did not deviate from its designated flight path before the crash.
Communication Logs: There were no suspicious communications between the watch tower and the flight crew. The final communication between Raisi’s helicopter and two accompanying helicopters was recorded about a minute and a half before the crash.
Incident Details
Crash Location and Conditions
Crash Site: The wreckage was found in Iran’s mountainous northwest by Iranian drones early on Monday.
Search and Rescue: The complexity of the area, along with fog and low temperatures, hindered search and rescue efforts.
Investigation Status
Ongoing Probe: While the preliminary report did not assign blame, it stated that more details would follow. The military emphasized the need for more time to conduct thorough investigations.
Background
Ageing Helicopter
Helicopter Model: The Bell helicopter that crashed was an older model.
Purpose of Flight: The helicopter was carrying President Raisi and his entourage home from a trip to Iran’s border with Azerbaijan.
Event: Raisi had earlier inaugurated a dam project with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.
The preliminary investigation into the helicopter crash that claimed the life of President Ebrahim Raisi and seven others has found no evidence of foul play. However, the Iranian military continues to investigate the incident thoroughly. More information is expected as the investigation progresses.
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References:
- IRNA News Agency
- Statements from the General Staff of the Armed Forces, Iran
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