First Details Emerge of Ozzy Osbourne’s Death: Air Ambulance Arrived at Country Estate as Medics Tried to Save His Life

Emergency responders were dispatched to Ozzy Osbourne’s countryside home in Buckinghamshire, England, on Tuesday morning as efforts were made to save the 76-year-old rock legend.

A Thames Valley Air Ambulance helicopter landed on a nearby field close to Osbourne’s estate, Welders House, around 10:30 a.m. local time. The response came after emergency calls suggested his condition was critical.

The air ambulance, which took off from its base at RAF Benson in Oxfordshire, flew roughly 27 miles before arriving at the property near the village of Chalfont St Giles. Paramedics stayed on the scene with Ozzy for about two hours, trying to stabilize him.

According to Daily Mail, this was the first insight into what happened during the final moments of Osbourne’s life.

Seen from above

Locals noticed the unusual activity when the helicopter hovered above Welders House, a Grade II listed mansion surrounded by a 350-acre estate.

“I went out to have a look and saw it landing close to Ozzy’s house,” said one resident who asked to remain anonymous. “We were all talking about it and wondering what had happened. We immediately feared it may be for him, as he was known to be in fragile health.”

At around 12:30 p.m., the air ambulance took off again. Hours later, the Osbourne family released a public statement confirming the death of John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne.

“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning,” the family said. “He was with his family and surrounded by love.”

Rehab-ready mansion

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne bought Welders House in 1993. The 125-year-old property had recently been renovated to accommodate his declining health.

Additions included a rehabilitation wing, a swimming pool, and a pond, so Ozzy could spend more time there while receiving care.

The mansion was upgraded ahead of what would have been his farewell concert in Birmingham just a few weeks earlier.

These preparations painted a clear picture of a man who wanted to be at home, close to nature, and near his family, even as his condition worsened.

Confirmed by air service

A representative from Thames Valley Air Ambulance confirmed their involvement in the incident.

“We can confirm that our helicopter was dispatched to provide advanced critical care at an incident near Chalfont St Giles yesterday,” said a spokesperson.

The red-painted helicopter used by the service is routinely sent to medical emergencies including strokes, heart attacks, and traffic accidents. It is staffed by the charity’s own crew and can reach locations in Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, and Oxfordshire within 15 minutes.

Thames Valley Air Ambulance receives no government or NHS funding. It’s entirely donor-supported, having logged its 20,000th emergency call-out earlier this week.

Neighborhood reaction

Residents in the nearby village of Jordans, which borders Ozzy’s estate, said the helicopter noise made them realize something serious was happening.

“I was out walking when I saw the helicopter landing close to Welders and realized something serious was happening,” said a local named Jane. “Ozzy Osbourne was quite a character and we’ll miss him.”

Ozzy Osbourne died at 76, closing the book on one of the most influential careers in rock history.

He was the lead singer of Black Sabbath, credited with helping create the genre of heavy metal. Later, he built a successful solo career with albums that achieved gold and platinum certifications. His accolades include a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, as well as induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame both with Sabbath and as a solo artist.

Osbourne’s health had been a topic of concern in recent years. He was diagnosed with a rare form of Parkinson’s disease, underwent multiple surgeries, and suffered from complications dating back to a quad-bike accident in 2003. Despite his condition, he remained musically active and emotionally present in the public eye.

In his final years, he often spoke about mortality with a frankness that was as unsettling as it was honest. In one 2023 interview with Rolling Stone UK, he said he would only feel at peace after a proper farewell show for the fans. That moment finally happened just weeks before his passing.

The goodbye

Though the air ambulance could not save him, reports indicate Ozzy was not alone. He died at home, surrounded by family. The helicopter flew off empty.

His final moments were not on a stage, but in a quiet English field, with medics doing everything they could.

The man who once bit the head off a bat died in a house surrounded by birdsong.

The Prince of Darkness made his exit in daylight.

RIP Legend 🤘

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