Musician Oliver Tree, 32, killed in helicopter crash in Brazil
Musician and internet personality Oliver Tree was among six people killed in a mid-air helicopter collision in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash, which occurred over a car dealership.
Why it matters
The death of a prominent internet figure and musician has significant cultural impact, while the crash raises questions about aviation safety in urban environments.
Oliver Tree was in Brazil on a world tour. Photograph: Kayla Bartkowski/Los Angeles Times/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Oliver Tree was in Brazil on a world tour. Photograph: Kayla Bartkowski/Los Angeles Times/Getty Images Brazil Musician Oliver Tree, 32, killed in helicopter crash in Brazil Alternative singer and internet personality among six who died when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro
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