Saudi Aramco Helicopter Crash Kills 14 in Ras Tanura

Saudi authorities are investigating the cause of a Saudi Aramco helicopter crash in Ras Tanura that killed all 14 people on board, according to the state news agency, Gulf News reported.

Authorities said the Aramco crash remains under active investigation. (Photo: aramco Facebook)

An official from the Ministry of Energy said the Saudi Aramco helicopter crashed at about 6 a.m. local time on Sunday in Ras Tanura.

According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), all 14 passengers were Saudi citizens.

The Ministry of Energy said the investigation is being conducted in coordination with the relevant authorities to determine the cause of the accident.

The ministry extended its condolences to the families of the victims and prayed for mercy and forgiveness for those who died. Authorities said the crash remains under active investigation.