Three Royal Navy members killed in Devon helicopter crash
A Royal Navy helicopter has crashed into a field in Devon, prompting a response from emergency services. The incident occurred at Sourton Down, near Okehampton, leading to several road closures in the area. Authorities are currently managing the situation and will provide updates as they become available.
- ▪A Royal Navy helicopter crashed into a field in Devon.
- ▪Emergency services are responding to the incident at Sourton Down.
- ▪Several road closures are in effect around the A386 and A30 Sourton Cross slip area.
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This is a breaking news story. Illustration: GuardianView image in fullscreenThis is a breaking news story. Illustration: GuardianRoyal NavyRoyal Navy helicopter crashes into field in DevonEmergency services at scene of incident at Sourton Down, near OkehamptonPA MediaWed 3 Jun 2026 04.41 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA Royal Navy helicopter has crashed into a field in Devon, police have confirmed.Emergency services are at the scene of the incident at Sourton Down, near Okehampton.Several road closures are in place around the A386 and A30 Sourton Cross slip and services area.A Devon and Cornwall police spokesperson said: “The incident is ongoing and we will share more updates as we have them.
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