Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey lost multiple family members Wednesday in a helicopter crash in Montana, his campaign announced on social media.
Bailey’s son and daughter-in-law, along with two of their children, were killed when the helicopter went down.
The candidate’s campaign released a statement on Thursday morning about the tragedy.
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“On Wednesday evening, Darren and his wife, Cindy, received the heartbreaking news no parent ever wants to hear. Their son, Zachary, his wife, Kelsey, and their two young children, Vada Rose, age 12, and Samuel, age 7, tragically lost their lives in a helicopter accident in Montana. Their other grandson, Finn, age 10, was not on the helicopter and is safe.”
Bailey’s campaign added, “Darren and Cindy are heartbroken by this unimaginable loss. They
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