The tragic helicopter crash, which killed singer Oliver Tree and three other famous faces, could have been caused by human error, claims Rio de Janeiro police investigator Alan Luxardo
According to officials, the helicopter crash which killed Oliver Tree could have been caused by human error(Image: Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock)
The helicopter crash which killed Oliver Tree could have been caused by human error. The singer, along with director Lucas Vignale, Argentinian YouTuber Gaspar Prim, known to millions as Gaspi, DJ and producer Lucas Frota, and the two pilots, Alexandre Souza and Charles Marsillac, human error could have led to the tragedy.
Oliver and the group were travelling in one helicopter with a singular pilot, while the other helicopter had just one pilot on board, when they collided above an electric vehicle yard in Rio de Janeiro.
Shortly after the tragedy, police opened a forensic enquiry, while other official bodies also conducted investigations. Now, a police investigator in Rio has claimed that human error could have led to the tragedy.
Human error might have led to the collision between the two helicopters, Rio de Janeiro police investigator Alan Luxardo told reporters Monday at the crash site. He added that authorities were investigating whether air traffic controllers or one of the pilots was responsible for the crash.
Fernandes de Freitas, a tyre repair worker, said he saw one of the helicopters in flames following the midair collision, and noticed that one of the passengers jumped out of the other aircraft before it hit the ground.
“It was terrifying, absolutely horrifying,” De Freitas said. Tree, 32, was visiting Rio as part of a world tour that included stops in Argentina, Brazil, Portugal and Spain. On Saturday, the singer and comedian published a comical video where Tree was seen playing soccer in a Brazilian neighbourhood.
Tree, famed for hits including Miss You and Life Goes On, had been in South America for his The World’s First Tour. Just days prior to his tragic death, he had performed in São Paulo and was due to resume performing on July 1 in Lisbon, Portugal.
His ex-girlfriend, Melanie Martinez, has since shared a heartbreaking tribute to the late musician. She said on Instagram: “Been an absolute wreck today. It’s really hard to understand how someone who you once shared such a specific and formative time of your life with can all of a sudden be gone.
“He was so dedicated to his art, which I admired and respected so deeply. I think everyone who knew him will look back at those moments of laughter and joy he so easily sparked. His laugh was so contagious and warm.
“His ability to lead creatively and take action while also maintaining a sense of childlike wonder and awe was so inspiring. He had such a soft heart and was a true artist in every way.
“Rest in peace Oliver. I know you’re making the angels giggle. I’ll be here wondering what stunt and creative project you’re scheming up in heaven. All my love.”
After the tragedy, the Brazillian Air Force said: “The Brazilian Air Force (FAB), through the Center for Investigation and Prevention of Aeronautical Accidents (CENIPA), informs that, this Sunday (June 14th), investigators from the Third Regional Service for Investigation and Prevention of Aeronautical Accidents (SERIPA III), based in Rio de Janeiro (RJ), were called to carry out the Initial Action of the incident involving two aircraft, registration numbers PP-MAC and PR-DJJ, in Recreio dos Bandeirantes, in the Southwest Zone of Rio de Janeiro (RJ).
“During the Initial Action, qualified and accredited professionals apply specific techniques for data collection and confirmation, preservation of evidence, initial verification of damage caused to or by the aircraft, and gathering other information necessary for the investigation.”
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