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Police divers find body of person missing after helicopter crash near LA

Police divers find body of person missing after helicopter crash near LA

Also reported by ABC News

Summary

Police divers found the body of a person who went missing after a medical helicopter crashed into the Pacific Ocean near Catalina Island, California. Three people have died, including the pilot and a nurse, while two others are recovering in the hospital.

Key Facts

  • The medical helicopter crashed shortly after takeoff from Catalina Island near Los Angeles.
  • The crash happened while transporting a woman and her son from the island to the mainland for medical care.
  • The woman had an allergic reaction, and her son was acting as a language interpreter.
  • The helicopter carried five people, including the pilot, two medical crew members, the woman, and her son.
  • Authorities have recovered three bodies; two people remain hospitalized with injuries.
  • The helicopter wreckage is about 200 feet underwater.
  • The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the crash.
  • A memorial service was held on Catalina Island for the victims.
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