POLICE have confirmed that two people have died following a helicopter crash today near the Forest of Bowland AONB.
A full investigation is underway into the cause of the incident.
A spokesman for North Yorkshire Police said: "The incident happened shortly before midday in a field off Bentham Road near Burton in Lonsdale.
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"Two people were sadly killed as a result of the crash. Their families are being supported by specially trained officers.
"There is a full road closure at the A65 and at the junction of Bentham Moor Road.
"People are urged to continue to avoid the area. We thank local residents for their patience and co-operation."
The incident reference is: NYP-20062022-0198
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