Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) and its Seattle station, KING, are deeply saddened by today’s helicopter accident in Seattle, WA.

“Words cannot express the sympathy and sadness we feel for the victims who lost their lives in today’s tragedy and for their families,” said Ray Heacox, president and general manager, KING. “We grieve this afternoon with the entire Seattle community and our thoughts are with all those affected.”

KING shares with KOMO the cost of the helicopter and video service provided by an independent helicopter operator, Helicopter, Inc.

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