Claude Guillemot, founder of global gaming company Ubisoft, maker of Assassin’s Creed, was reportedly killed in a plane crash in western France, said authorities.
Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening when the plane crashed near the La Baule airport on the Atlantic coast, said Mayor Franck Louvrier in a statement.
Both the deceased were licensed and experienced pilots, the Associated Press reported. An investigation into the incident is reportedly underway.
Confirming the tragic news, Ubisoft said, “Ubisoft was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Claude Guillemot, co-founder of the group and chairman of Guillemot Corp, in an accident.”
“Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. No further statements will be made at this time.” it added.
An airport official said the Cessna 421 crashed in a field just before landing at La Baule-Escoublac Airport, AP reported.
