Two dead after military helicopter crashes in Texas
Summary
Two people died in a military helicopter crash in central Texas near Salado. The helicopter was an AH-64 Apache from Fort Hood, and authorities are investigating the cause while managing the emergency response.Key Facts
- The crash happened around 1:33 PM local time in fields south of Salado, Texas.
- Two people died at the scene of the crash.
- The helicopter was a US Army AH-64 Apache attack helicopter.
- The helicopter was based at Fort Hood, a large US Army base nearby.
- Police found a large fire at the crash site that was spreading quickly.
- The US Army is conducting an investigation and focusing on securing the crash area.
- Brigadier General Ethan Diven, acting commander of the 1st Cavalry Division, expressed support for the crew’s families.
- Emergency teams continue to respond to the incident.
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