Syrian helicopter downed in capital

The burned remains of a helicopter Syrian rebels claim they shot down over Damascus on Monday.

Amateur footage Reuters cannot independently verify reportedly shows a helicopter falling out of the sky while on fire.

Video also shows a heavy trail of smoke from the crash site.

The incident happened during heavy fighting between rebels and government forces in the Damascus neighbourhood Jobar.

Rebels say the helicopter was hit by a projectile and crashed in a nearby district.

Syrian state tv announced a helicopter had crashed in the area, but offered no other details