The helicopter, which belonged to the Iranian Army Ground Force’s Airborne Division and was used for training purposes, went down at 9:09 am local time in the yard of the fruit and vegetable market complex in Dorche, located in Khomeinishahr.

The aircraft reportedly experienced a technical malfunction that led to the crash.

The CEO of the Fire Department and Safety Services Organization of Khomeinishahr said that four people were martyred in the crash.

According to the official, the victims included the pilot and co-pilot, as well as two market stallholders who were present at the scene.