Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, September 16, 2026 —

A news helicopter crashed Tuesday night in the Chatsworth neighborhood of Los Angeles, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 PM Pacific Time.

The helicopter, belonging to a local television news station, was reportedly covering a separate, earlier incident involving a Metro bus crash when it went down. The specific circumstances leading to the helicopter crash were not immediately clear.

Emergency services responded to the scene, but officials confirmed that all three occupants of the helicopter died in the crash. The identities of the deceased have not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.

Authorities have cordoned off the area where the helicopter crashed to begin their investigation. Representatives from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are expected to lead the investigation into the cause of the accident. Information regarding the helicopter’s maintenance records, flight path, and any potential distress calls made prior to the crash will be reviewed as part of the standard investigative procedure.

The Los Angeles Police Department stated that the crash site was secured to ensure the integrity of evidence. The impact of the crash caused localized damage, but officials confirmed no other structures or individuals on the ground were affected.

The timing of the crash, while the helicopter was in the process of covering another emergency, highlights the risks involved in aerial news reporting. The investigation is expected to be extensive and may take several months to conclude.



Story summarized from the original created by Jocelyn Fiset on fox40.com, see more information here.

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