11.04.2025 10:41
Six people lost their lives in a helicopter that fell into the Hudson River in New York City, USA. The deceased were identified as Agustin Escobar, the CEO of Siemens Spain, his wife, their three children, and the pilot. The last photos of the family of five taken on the helicopter pad and inside the cabin before takeoff have deeply saddened many.
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A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River in New York City, USA. According to a statement from the New York Police Department, it was determined that 1 pilot, 2 adults, and 3 children on board the helicopter lost their lives.
THE CEO OF THE TECHNOLOGY GIANT AND HIS FAMILY LOST THEIR LIVES According to a report by the New York Post, it was revealed that the victims of the horrific accident were a family of five. Agustin Escobar, the CEO of Siemens' Spain branch, his wife Merce Camprubi Montal, and their three children aged 4, 5, and 11 were confirmed to have lost their lives. The 36-year-old pilot also died in the accident.
Agustin Escobar, CEO of Siemens' Spain branch HEARTBREAKING LAST PHOTO It was learned that the family had come to New York as tourists from Barcelona, Spain. The helicopter, which took off from New York, crashed into the Hudson River before it could land. The last photos taken by the family on the helicopter pad and inside the cabin before takeoff were heartbreaking.
PILOT REPORTED FUEL WAS RUNNING OUT, HELP DID NOT ARRIVE The pilot reported shortly after takeoff that fuel was running low. Some witnesses stated that they saw the helicopter split in two before hitting the water, while another person reported hearing a "sonic boom"-like sound during the fall. It was revealed that the helicopter was operated by a local tour company called "New York Helicopter." Before the crash, the helicopter was flying at about 300 meters high towards the George Washington Bridge after taking a short tour near the Statue of Liberty.
Michael Roth, the owner of New York Helicopter, stated that the pilot requested fuel for landing, but it could not be provided. Roth said, "The pilot said his fuel was running out and that he needed to make an emergency landing. However, the helicopter crashed during the time it took for help to arrive." A detailed investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the accident.
WHO IS AGUSTIN ESCOBAR? Agustin Escobar was appointed as the CEO of Siemens Spain in 2022. He previously served as the general manager of Siemens' transportation division in Spain and held various positions in the energy sector. He also served as the vice president of the Spain-Germany Chamber of Commerce.
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