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Emergency services were called to the scene at 10:15 GMT
A helicopter has crashed in a field in Doncaster, police have confirmed.
Emergency services were called to Ings Lane, Bentley, at about 10:15 GMT.
The aircraft had taken off from Retford Gamston Airport, in Nottinghamshire, shortly before it crashed.
There has been no confirmation of any injuries and South Yorkshire Police said the road has been closed.
A force spokesperson said they were asking people to "avoid the area and plan an alternative route where possible".
Lee Needham
Police have urged people to avoid the area
Retford Gamston Airport said in a short statement: "We can confirm an aircraft based here, operated by an onsite tenant, has been involved in an incident.
"We've no further information at this time."
Lee Needham, who lives in the area, said the crash site was close to houses, train tracks, industrial units and electrical pylons.
"Whoever was piloting the helicopter more than likely saved numerous lives," he said.
