Tragic Hudson River Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Spanish Family and Pilot, Including Siemens Global CEO

A tragic helicopter crash in the Hudson River has claimed the lives of six individuals, including a family of five from Spain and the pilot. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon during a sightseeing tour, just 18 minutes into the flight. The helicopter reportedly broke apart midair before crashing upside down into the river, leading to the fatalities.

Among the victims were Agustín Escobar, 49, and his wife, Merce Camprubi Montal, both identified by New York authorities and confirmed by Siemens, the company where both were employed. Escobar held the position of global CEO for rail infrastructure at Siemens, having dedicated over 27 years to the company. His wife worked as a global manager in a different division of the same industrial conglomerate. The couple’s three children, aged 4, 5, and 11, were also on board and perished in the crash.

The family was visiting New York from Spain when the accident occurred. Siemens expressed its condolences in a statement, conveying deep sadness over the loss of their colleagues and their family. The company is mourning the loss of Escobar, who was a prominent figure within the organization, and his family.

The helicopter has since been retrieved from the waters between New York and New Jersey as investigations continue into the cause of the crash. Authorities are working to determine what led to the catastrophic failure of the aircraft. The incident has left a profound impact on both the local community and the international company that employed the victims.