News helicopter crashes in Los Angeles while covering bus collision
A news media helicopter crashed in the Chatsworth neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday while reporting on a fatal bus accident.
Bus crash details confirmed
An SUV ploughed into a bus in the Chatsworth area, killing three people and injuring many others. Reporters at the scene heard a loud bang shortly after the vehicle impact.
Helicopter wreckage seen on fire
Aerial footage showed a large fire involving shipping containers, cars, and the helicopter wreckage. The mangled tail and rotors of the aircraft were visible in the flames.
Crew identity remains unconfirmed
Police confirmed early on that it was a media chopper involved in the incident. NBC4 anchor Colleen Williams later stated that the station had lost contact with its crew.
All 2 outlets report consistently
No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.
- France 24
- South China Morning Post
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