(MENAFN) On Sunday, a police helicopter belonging to the Baton Rouge Police Department crashed in West Baton Rouge Parish, resulting in the deaths of two local police officers. The incident occurred in a cane field off North Winterville Road, near U.S. Highway 190. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies, as well as other entities that regulate aviation and airspace travel.
According to flight data, the helicopter departed from Baton Rouge Metro airport at 2:26 a.m. and was scheduled to arrive at the Omni Airport at 3:38 a.m. However, the pilots did not return from work, and sources revealed that the helicopter was eventually found around 11:30 a.m.
Eyewitnesses report that the helicopter was pursuing a vehicle that was running from the police when the crash occurred. This tragic incident has prompted a statement from the Baton Rouge Police Department expressing their deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased officers, saying "The entire BRPD family extends our deepest sympathy to the families, friends and all those touched by these officers' lives and service."
This devastating event has sent shockwaves through the local community and beyond, with many expressing their sadness and grief for the loss of the two officers who were committed to serving and protecting their community. The investigation into the cause of the crash continues, and authorities are working to determine what led to this tragic event.
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