Saudi Helicopter Crash Kills 14

A Saudi Aramco helicopter crash in Ras Tanura kills 14 people. Investigation underway into the accident in eastern Saudi Arabia.

ByMichael Brown- Senior Editor

Today / 13:01|Last updated: Today / 13:04

Saudi Helicopter Crash Kills 14 — Photo: Prepared by Bond.az

A helicopter owned by Saudi Aramco crashed in Ras Tanura, eastern Saudi Arabia, killing all 14 people on board.

The victims were Saudi nationals. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Ras Tanura is home to a major oil refinery and one of the world's largest offshore oil terminals.

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