Polish couple named as among victims of Isle of Wight helicopter crash
Their names have been released by their family
Two of the three people who died in a helicopter crash on the Isle of Wight have now been named by their family.
Justyna Czoska and Wojtek Kowalkowski were on board the helicopter when it came down near Shanklin yesterday morning.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to repatriate the couple back to Poland.
The post says:
"On August 25th, my partners beloved mum and her partner tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash on the Isle of Wight. This sudden and devastating event has left all us heartbroken and struggling to cope with the loss.
"We are now trying to bring them both back to Poland so they can be laid to rest with their families, in the place they called home. The cost of repatriation, funeral arrangements, and travel is more than we can manage alone, and we are asking for support during this incredibly difficult time.
"Any donation, no matter how small, will help us give them the farewell they deserve. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your kindness, support, and for keeping our family in your thoughts.
"With love, Jacob and Julia"
The identity of the third person who died and the one survivor are unknown.
Emergency services were called to the site near the A3020 Shanklin Road on Monday morning.
A spokesman for Northumbria Helicopters said that its aircraft G-OCLV - which is listed as a Robinson R44 II helicopter - was involved in the accident during a flying lesson.
The firm said: "The flight, which departed from Sandown Airport at approximately 9am, was carrying four passengers on board including the pilot, and was undertaking a flying lesson."
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said in a statement: "We can confirm that three people have died following a helicopter crash on the Isle of Wight this morning.
"Four people in total were on board, with one person currently in hospital in a serious condition.
"At this time we are unable to provide further information about the people involved, as efforts continue to contact and support their families."