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French sports stars killed in Argentina helicopter crash

Two helicopters carrying passengers filming a popular European reality show have crashed in north-west Argentina, killing 10 people, including Olympic gold medal swimmer Camille Muffat, Olympic boxer Alexis Vastine and yachtswoman Florence Arthaud.

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Cause of Argentina helicopter crash 'remains unclear'

Authorities in Argentina said it was still unclear what caused two helicopters to crash in La Rioja near the Andes mountains, killing 10 people.

The two helicopters crashed in the rugged western province of La Rioja. Credit: RTV

Earlier today La Rioja secretary of security Cesar Angulo said, "An explosion occurred and it's believed that they collided."

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