Video: Six die in Hudson helicopter crash

Abdullateef Fowewe

A tragic incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when a helicopter with six passengers crashed into the Hudson River, resulting in the loss of all lives on board.

Video link: Video: Six die in Hudson helicopter crash

Among the deceased are the pilot and a family of five visiting from Spain, including three children.
The helicopter, a Bell 206, had departed from Manhattan shortly before the accident.

Mayor Eric Adams of New York City verified that all six bodies have been found.

Emergency personnel declared four of the victims deceased at the crash site, with the other two passing away from their injuries at a hospital nearby.

However, the Federal Aviation Administration stated that the crash will be thoroughly investigated, with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) leading the inquiry.

The FAA’s statement reads, “A Bell 206 helicopter crashed and is submerged in the Hudson River in New York City. The number of people on board is unknown at this time.

“The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board will investigate. The #NTSB will lead the investigation and provide any updates.”