KENTUCKY: Two US army helicopters are believed to have crashed in Kentucky, killing several people.
Andy Beshear, the state’s governor, called it “tough news,” stating that “early reports of a helicopter crash and fatalities are expected.” According to local news reports, the incident occurred around 21:35 local time, and up to nine people may have been killed.
The crash involved local military helicopters, according to the local military. It occurred in Trigg County, near the large Fort Campbell military base.
Helicopters crashed during training
According to a Fort Campbell spokesperson, two HH60 Blackhawk helicopters crashed during a “routine training mission.” They stated that the crew members’ current status is unknown. He stated that the command’s priority is to care for service members and their families.
They also stated that the incident was being investigated and that additional information would be released as it became available.
The Fort Campbell military base is just outside of Trigg County. The helicopters involved are from the 101st Airborne Division, the US Army’s only air assault division, and have been deployed to conflict zones worldwide.
