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Singer Oliver Tree among 6 killed in helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro

Singer Oliver Tree among 6 killed in helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro

Summary

Two helicopters collided and crashed in western Rio de Janeiro, killing all six people on board, including American singer Oliver Tree. The crash caused a small fire in a car dealership parking lot, which was quickly put out, and authorities are investigating what caused the accident.

Key Facts

  • The collision happened on Sunday morning over Rio de Janeiro's western zone.
  • Six people died: Oliver Tree, three passengers, and one pilot in one helicopter, and the pilot of the other helicopter.
  • One helicopter crashed in a car dealership parking lot, causing a fire that was quickly extinguished.
  • Officials are conducting an investigation to find the cause of the crash.
  • Oliver Tree was on a world tour promoting his 2026 album "Love You Madly Hate You Badly."
  • His next concert was planned for July 1 in Lisbon, Portugal.
  • Oliver Tree was well known on TikTok, with several of his songs featured in millions of videos.
  • Witnesses reported seeing one helicopter on fire and a passenger jumping out of the other before it crashed.
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