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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa issues statement on fatal helicopter crash in Kenya involving South Florida residents

President Daniel Noboa of Ecuador released a public statement regarding a helicopter crash in northern Kenya that resulted in seven fatalities. The victims included a group of individuals with personal connections to South Florida.

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Why It Matters

The incident involves the loss of life of individuals with ties to the South Florida community, prompting a formal response from the Ecuadorian head of state.

Key Facts

  • A helicopter crash occurred in northern Kenya.
  • The accident resulted in seven total fatalities.
  • The victims included a group of friends with established ties to South Florida.
  • Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa issued a public statement regarding the event on Thursday morning.

Who's Mentioned

locationSouth Florida“Region with ties to the victims of the crash.”personJosh Outram“Victim; pilot of the helicopter.”personMichele Sensi-Contugi“Victim; Director of Ecuador's Strategic Intelligence Center (CIES).”personRoger Duarte“Victim; Miami-Dade entrepreneur and founder of Hospitality Capital Partners.”personAdam Hlavaty“Victim; real estate executive and former Benihana VP.”personDaniel Noboa“President of Ecuador who issued a statement regarding the crash.”personHenry Parra“Victim; software executive and co-founder of Trax USA.”locationKenia“Country where the helicopter accident occurred.”locationSamburu County“Location of the helicopter crash in Kenya.”personJosé Suárez“Victim; President and General Manager of Telemundo stations in Orlando, Tampa, a”personStephany Hollihan“Victim; fashion designer and founder of Sensi Studio.”