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ACT News

Chopper crash: two dead

February 4, 2012

Two men have died in a helicopter crash near Shoalhaven on the NSW south coast.

The small helicopter crashed at an airport in Jaspers Brush about 3.55pm today, NSW Police said.

Police and other emergency services arrived to find the helicopter well alight.

The two male occupants died at the scene.

Officers attached to Shoalhaven Local Area Command have established a crime scene and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Police are preparing a report for the coroner.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or the events leading up to it, is urged to contact Nowra Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.