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A Kenya Forest Service helicopter crashed during a take-off attempt at Kericho Golf Club on Monday afternoon. Environment Principal Secretary Festus K. Ng’eno was among the five individuals aboard the aircraft. Following the incident, Dr Ng’eno was taken to South Rift Hospital in Kericho. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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A Kenya Forest Service helicopter crashed while attempting to take off at Kericho Golf Club on Monday afternoon. The aircraft, registered as 5Y-FSK, was carrying five occupants, including Environment Principal Secretary Festus K. Ng’eno. KFS confirmed that all five individuals escaped unhurt.
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A Kenya Forest Service helicopter crashed at Kericho Golf Club on Monday, October 12, 2026. The KFS stated all four occupants were safe, while police confirmed injuries and sources indicated five people were aboard. Investigations are underway into the crash.
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Environment PS Festus Ng’eno and four others survived a Kenya Forest Service helicopter crash at Kericho Golf Club on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred after witnesses reported troubled take-off attempts. Following the crash, Dr Ng’eno was taken to South Rift Hospital in Kericho.
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