Six people are confirmed to have died in a helicopter crash on Wednesday evening.

 

The passengers’ identities have not yet been confirmed. The individuals involved are said to have not been locals.

 

The helicopter that crashed was said to have been a Vietnam-era Bell UH-1B. It was based in the Logan Airport and was used in tourism flights.

 

At this time, the cause of the crash is unknown. The helicopter was on fire as emergency crews arrived on the scene.

 

This is a developing story and we will update you as more information becomes available.