Bailey's family mourns after Montana helicopter crash kills four

Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey said on Wednesday evening that his son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren died in a helicopter crash in Montana. The campaign identified the victims as Zachary Bailey, 37; his wife, Kelsey, 35; and their children Vada Rose, 12, and Samuel, 7. A third child, Finn, 10, was not on the helicopter and is safe, the campaign said.

"On Wednesday evening, Darren and his wife, Cindy, received the heartbreaking news no parent ever wants to hear," the campaign statement said. The statement added that the Baileys are "heartbroken by this unimaginable loss" and are finding comfort in faith, family and the prayers of many. It asked for privacy as the family grieves and expressed appreciation for messages of support.

Details about the crash, including the cause and the number of people aboard, were not immediately available. Federal Aviation Administration registration records show a five-seat 2015 Robinson R66 helicopter listed to a company associated with the Bailey family, according to public records. Authorities in Montana have not released a formal report and it was unclear which agency is leading the investigation.