In a tragic turn of events, the former President of Chile, Sebastián Piñera, has died in a helicopter crash. The incident took place on Tuesday in the well-known tourist destination of Lago Ranco. Located 920 kilometers south of the country’s capital, Santiago de Chile, Lago Ranco is a popular holiday spot frequented by many. The unfortunate news of his death was officially announced by his office.
According to reports from Spiegel, which relied on South American media sources, Piñera was piloting the helicopter himself at the time of the accident. It is also reported that three other politicians were on the helicopter with Piñera. Despite the severity of the crash, rescue workers were able to save these individuals, who were found alive at the crash site.
“It is with immense sorrow that we announce the death of the former President of the Republic of Chile,” the statement from his office read. This marks a great loss for the nation, as the country mourns the loss of a significant political figure.
