The campaign for former Illinois State Senator and current Republican candidate for governor, Darren Bailey, has confirmed the sudden and tragic loss of four family members in a helicopter crash in Montana.
According to a statement from the Darren Bailey / Aaron Del Mar campaign, Bailey’s son, Zachary, along with Zachary’s wife, Kelsey, and their children, 12-year-old Vada Rose and 7-year-old Samuel, were killed in the accident on Wednesday evening. Bailey’s 10-year-old grandson, Finn, was not on board the helicopter and is safe.
“Darren and Cindy are heartbroken by this unimaginable loss. 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 close during this difficult time,” the campaign’s statement said.
No further details about the cause of the crash have been released at this time. Bailey served as a Republican member of the Illinois Senate for the 55th District and previously a member of the Illinois House of Representatives for the 109th District in Southern Illinois. He won the Republican nomination for governor in 2022. Bailey announced his second campaign for governor in partnership with Aaron Del Mar last month.
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