Helicopter Crash Near A30 in Devon Triggers Emergency Response
Helicopter crashes into field near A30 in Devon as emergency services rush to scene

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A helicopter crashed into a field near the A30 in Sourton Down, Devon, early this morning. Emergency services are on-site, and several road closures are in effect as the situation develops.
- 01The helicopter crash occurred at approximately 4:30 AM on June 3.
- 02Emergency services, including Devon and Cornwall Police, are actively responding to the incident.
- 03Road closures are in place around the A386 and A30 Sourton Cross area due to the crash.
- 04Traffic monitoring indicates that A386 Bowerland Road is closed in both directions from A30 to A3079 Holsworthy Road.
- 05Devon Alert advises using alternative routes due to ongoing police activity.
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A helicopter has crashed into a field near the A30 in Sourton Down, Devon, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The incident was reported around 4:30 AM on June 3, leading to significant road closures in the area. Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed that they are on-site managing the situation. Traffic monitoring service Inrix reported that the A386 Bowerland Road is closed in both directions due to the police incident, affecting routes from the A30 to the A3079 Holsworthy Road. Devon Alert has advised motorists to seek alternative routes as the police continue their work at the scene. The situation is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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The helicopter crash has resulted in road closures and traffic disruptions in the area, affecting local commuters and residents.
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