Helicopter crashes in Russia, killing four

MOSCOW, Oct 21 (Reuters) A helicopter crashed today in the Kemerovo region of Siberia killing four people, Itar-Tass news agency reported, citing rescue workers.

The US made MD-600 helicopter was flying in poor weather and without permission from flight control, Tass said. No other details were immediately available.

Helicopters are used frequently in Siberia to cover tough terrain.

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