At least six people were killed when a passenger helicopter crashed into the Hudson River in New York City. The incident occurred on the afternoon of April 10.

The crash happened near the city center, close to Pier 40. According to the New York Police Department, there were six people on board: the pilot, two adult passengers, and three children.

Among the victims were the head of Siemens' Spanish branch, Agustín Escobar, his wife, and their three children. The family was taking a sightseeing tour over New York City along a popular tourist route.