A tragic helicopter crash occurred in Salado, Texas, on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of two individuals aboard a military helicopter. The Bell County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the fatalities, following multiple 911 emergency calls received around 1:30 p.m.
Salado lies about 50 miles north of Austin. The helicopter involved was an AH-64 U.S. Army Apache attack helicopter, which is stationed at Fort Hood. Brig. Gen. Ethan Diven, acting commanding general, issued a statement emphasizing the priority of securing the crash site and supporting the response efforts. He extended condolences to the crew and their families during this uncertain time.
The identities of the victims have not yet been disclosed to the public. Bell County Sheriff’s Office officials reported no damage to structures and no other injuries. Cliff Coleman of the Sheriff’s Office described the incident as a violent crash into a field, which resulted in a significant fire deemed out of control, leading to the burning of a substantial amount of land and some local evacuations.
Multiple responders, including local emergency personnel, military teams, and law enforcement officers, attended to the scene. The investigation is spearheaded by the criminal investigation division of Fort Hood.
According to the U.S. Army, the AH-64 Apache helicopter features twin engines and four blades. This multi-mission attack helicopter excels as a highly stable platform for aerial weapons, recognized as the most advanced aerial fighting vehicle globally.
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