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August 20, 2026
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Tributes for the Samburu copter crash victims
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority said that an investigation into the accident had been launched...
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A Samburu helicopter crash has claimed the lives of seven individuals, including Ecuador's top spy and his wife, prompting messages of condolence from international entities.
- Among the deceased was Michele Sensi-Contugi, Director General of Ecuador's Strategic Intelligence Center (CIES), and his wife, Stephany Hollihan.
- The US Embassy in Kenya expressed condolences and is providing consular assistance to the families of the American victims, including award-winning journalist Jose Suarez and aviation entrepreneur Henry Parra.
- The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has launched an investigation into the cause of the accident, led by Fred Kabunge.
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