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Helicopter Crashes in Bentley, Doncaster as Police Close Ings Lane

Authorities have not confirmed how many people were on board or any injuries.

Overview

  • South Yorkshire Police said they were called at 10:14am to a report of a helicopter down in a field off Ings Lane in Bentley.
  • Police, fire and ambulance crews are at the location, a cordon is in place and Ings Lane is closed to traffic.
  • Officers urged the public to avoid the area and to plan alternative routes while the response continues.
  • Casualty information remains unclear, including the number of occupants and the pilot’s condition.
  • Local reports, which officials have not verified, suggest it was a private flight that may have departed Gamston Airport and could be a Robinson R44, with debris seen near the Refood site.