A happy family is seen in an unsettling snapshot shortly before they are killed in a helicopter tragedy.
The horrific helicopter crash in the Hudson River in New York on Thursday, April 10 claimed the lives of Siemens Mobility senior executive Agustin Escobar, his wife, and their three children.
According to reports, the family arrived from Barcelona, Spain, earlier that day and boarded a tour flight. Tragic things happened soon after.
Witnesses reported that the Bell 206 appeared to lose its rotors before plummeting into the water near Pier 40 in Manhattan. According to the FDNY, the crash happened in New Jersey near the Hoboken border at approximately 3:15 PM.
The pilot, whose name has not been revealed, was also killed in the incident.
Heartbreaking photos of Escobar, his wife, Merce Camprubi Montal, and their three kids smiling in front of the plane can be found on the New York Helicopter Tours website. Just before the incident, they can be seen belted up in their seats in another picture.
Officials said the helicopter broke apart in midair and nosedived into the river. At the site, four of the six passengers perished.
The other two died from their injuries after being admitted to the hospital.
To find out what caused the catastrophic catastrophe, investigations are still being conducted.
Escobar, who was recently named Global CEO of Rail Infrastructure at Siemens Mobility, brought 25 years of worldwide experience to the role, according to his LinkedIn profile.
He has previously managed companies in the US, South America, Germany, and Spain. Before his most recent position, he spent two years as CEO of Siemens Spain.
Escobar’s achievements were deemed “key to Siemens’ success in the field of mobility and transport” by his predecessor, Miguel Ángel López, when Siemens nominated him to that position.
His wife, Merce Camprubi Montal, was also a key figure in leadership. According to the New York Post, she worked for Siemens Energy for seven years as a worldwide commercialization manager in Barcelona.
The three children, who were all thought to be middle school age or younger, were characterized by family members as content and close.
According to lifelong friend and former Siemens coworker Juan Ignacio Diaz, “He was such a great person – kind, steady, and always there when you needed him.””He was a trustworthy friend who was always there for you.”
Diaz recalled how Escobar balanced a demanding work schedule with a steadfast dedication to his family.
He always maintained his composure and composure no matter how difficult things became. Even when things weren’t, he had a knack of making them feel fine,” Diaz remarked.And he never lost sight of what was most important: his family.
He was completely devoted to his wife and children, Diaz continued.He was a fun, caring, and all-around excellent father. He and his family will be missed. I cherish you, pal.
The tragedy has garnered international attention, and in a heartfelt letter published on X, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez offered his condolences for the family’s loss.
“We received devastating news about the helicopter crash in the Hudson River today,” Sánchez wrote.”The pilot and five Spaniards from the same family, three of whom were children, have died.”
“A tragedy that cannot be imagined.” I sympathize with the victims’ loved ones during this terrible moment,” he continued.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy.
