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Helicopter crashes in South Island's Karamea

January 2, 2022
The scene of a helicopter crash in Karamea.

The scene of a helicopter crash in Karamea. (Source: 1News)

A helicopter has crashed in Karamea on the South Island's west coast.

Police say they had received reports of a crash about 4pm on Saturday.

Indications are the pilot was the only person onboard at the time.

They are reported to be conscious and breathing, police said.

Fire and Emergency NZ confirmed one person had serious injuries and that a rescue helicopter is due to arrive shortly.

A local told 1News the helicopter had crashed into a stopbank.

The crash will be reported to the Civil Aviation Authority.

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