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Helicopter crashes

A helicopter crashed Tuesday in the RM of Spy Hill. Unity RCMP responded to the report at about 8:15 a.m. along with Luseland Police Service, Luseland Fire Department, Unity Emergency Medical Services and SaskPower.
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A helicopter crashed Tuesday in the RM of Spy Hill.

Unity RCMP responded to the report at about 8:15 a.m. along with Luseland Police Service, Luseland Fire Department, Unity Emergency Medical Services and SaskPower.

According to Unity RCMP, initial investigation reveals the helicopter was spraying a field with a non-toxic liquid when it came in contact with a power line prior to going down. The pilot and lone occupant was treated on scene by EMS and later transported by STARS to hospital in Saskatoon with what police describe as non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation of the crash continues with the assistance of Transport Canada, Transport Safety Board and Occupational Health and Safety.  

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