Four members of Illinois Republican candidate for governor Darren Bailey’s family were killed in a helicopter crash on Wednesday, the campaign announced early Thursday morning.

According to the campaign, Bailey’s son Zachary, his daughter-in-law Kelsey and two grandchildren, 12-year-old Vada Rose and 7-year-old Samuel, died when the helicopter Zachary was piloting crashed in Montana. The couples’ 10-year-old son, Finn, was not on board at the time.

“Darren and Cindy are heartbroken by this unimaginable loss,” the campaign said in a statement. “They are finding comfort in their faith, their family, and the prayers of so many who love and care for them. The Baileys deeply appreciate the kindness and support they have received and ask for privacy as they grieve and hold their loved ones clo

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