Statement of EU Delegation/EUSR Office regarding the aircraft incident on Mount Ozren

We are deeply saddened by the news of the death of the pilot conducting the EU funded oral vaccination of red foxes in BIH by air distribution of vaccine baits against rabies. Our deepest condolences to his family, and our thoughts are also with the two other crew members who were injured. We wish them a speedy recovery.

Competent authorities will now complete their investigations and make the appropriate reports.

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