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Who is Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha? Leicester City owner feared dead in helicopter tragedy

The businessman and football club owner is feared to have been a victim of a tragic helicopter crash, which occurred on Saturday

Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha is feared dead after his helicopter crashed on Saturday evening following Leicester City's game against West Ham.

The 60-year-old is believed to have been a passenger on board the aircraft, with the BBC reporting that five people were on board at the time of the incident.

Leicester City have confirmed that they are assisting Leicestershire police following the crash and are expected to provide a more detailed update on Sunday.