A Royal Navy helicopter crashed into a field.
The military aircraft crashed just before 4am this morning in Sourton Down, off the A30 near Okehampton in Devon.
No details of any injuries have been released - but the chopper crash has sparked a huge emergency response.
The Ministry of Defence confirmed the aircraft belonged to the Royal Navy and all that is left on the site is the remains of the helicopter’s tail off to one side.
Images also show burnt grass and debris while police tape can be seen in the background.
The area remains closed off as emergency crews work at the scene.
The cause of the crash has not been revealed but military helicopters often train in the area around north Dartmoor.
The site lies between Royal Navy's air bases at Yeovilton in Somerset and Culdrose in Cornwall.
A Royal Navy spokesperson said: “An incident occurred involving a Royal Navy helicopter just before 4am on Wednesday 3 June near Sourton, Devon.
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An investigation is underway and it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time.”
Sir Keir Starmer said during Prime Minister's questions this morning: "I am also aware of a Royal Navy helicopter crash this morning in Devon.
This will be a deeply worrying time for the families, and more information will be set out as soon as possible.”
Devon and Cornwall Police said: ” Emergency services are at the scene after a crash involving a helicopter in a field at Sourton Down.
“Several road closures are in place around the A386 and A30 Sourton Cross slip and services area.
“The incident is ongoing and we will share more updates as we have them.”
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