# Helicopter Crash in Pocahontas County | Roanoke News

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Published: 2026-07-11T01:20:06+00:00
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## Resource

A tragic helicopter crash in Pocahontas County claims the life of 57-year-old pilot Leo Basile, the only person aboard the Sikorsky S76D when it went down near Marlinsville Friday morning. Owned by Waco Oil & Gas, the aircraft’s cause remains under investigation by West Virginia State Police, the NTSB, and the FAA as they work to uncover the circumstances behind this devastating accident. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/df2a7c6338912af5

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