According to European News TV's report on October 29th, a helicopter belonging to the EU peacekeeping force in Bosnia and Herzegovina crashed in the Bulčo region of northern Bosnia that afternoon, resulting in at least four deaths.
The EU Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina confirmed that the aircraft involved was an CH-47 “Chinook” helicopter. The accident did not cause any civilian casualties, nor did it damage any civil infrastructure, property, or vehicles. The Brčko Public Health Center stated that there were 15 people on board the helicopter. Three people were declared dead at the scene of the accident, one died after being taken to the hospital, and another 11 people are still receiving treatment.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's Ministry of Defense stated that no further statements will be made until more accurate information is available, especially regarding the health conditions of the personnel involved.
Reports suggest that the Bosnian Croat government will disclose more details about the people on the helicopter and the cause of the accident after the investigation is completed.
The helicopter of the EU peacekeeping force in Bosnia and Herzegovina crashed in northern Bosnia. Reuters
The Italian Ministry of Defense stated later on the 29th that it was an Italian military helicopter. Among the victims were 2 soldiers from the Italian Army and 2 volunteers from the Italian Red Cross military unit.
The European Union Stabilization Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina consists of approximately 1,200 personnel. Since 2004, they have been active in Bosnia and Herzegovina to ensure the implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement signed in 1995.
