Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Newlyweds in Greece
By Editor • August 18, 2026 • 1 min read
A devastating helicopter crash on the Greek island of Sifnos resulted in the deaths of a British couple, Alexander Cromie and Marie Ebert, along with their pilot on Monday. The couple was on their honeymoon, having traveled from Markopoulo near Athens to the popular island when the private Bell 206 helicopter went down just before its scheduled landing.
Witnesses reported a strange engine noise as the helicopter approached, and the local deputy mayor expressed the community's shock at the incident, stating that locals were left in disbelief after witnessing the crash occur near their homes.
Emergency services quickly responded, battling a blaze that erupted post-crash, which was extinguished by Monday evening. As investigations into the incident began, both the Greek aviation safety authority and the British Foreign Office extended their condolences to the families affected. Blackstone, where Cromie was employed, expressed their sorrow over the loss, highlighting the impact of this tragedy on their community.
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
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