Three dead after helicopter crash in Los Angeles, fire department says
The NTSB and FAA will handle the investigation, the fire department said.
A helicopter crashed in Los Angeles, resulting in the deaths of three individuals and one person in critical condition, according to the fire department's report. The crash occurred in the San Fernando Valley, near the 9100 block of N. Mason Avenue, where the aircraft collided with two shipping containers and several parked vehicles.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will investigate the incident. CBS Los Angeles reported that the helicopter was a television news helicopter, as multiple TV news helicopters were present in the area covering the bus collision.
Two people were killed in the helicopter crash, while at least one person was trapped after an SUV collided with a Metro bus in the same area. A large fire also broke out following the crash, spreading to nearby vehicles. The Los Angeles Mayor, Karen Bass, expressed her devastation over the loss of life in both incidents and praised emergency responders for their swift actions.
Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Captain Branden Silverman stated that one person outside the helicopter was confirmed deceased on the scene, and the fire department is currently assessing the number of victims and the individuals inside the aircraft. The helicopter was found to be severely damaged, making it difficult to determine the exact number of victims.
The Los Angeles Police Department is also investigating the crash.
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