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Arizona Police Helicopter Crashes During Active Shooter Response

Two Crew Members Killed In Flagstaff Incident Amid Ongoing Investigation

A police helicopter operated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety crashed on February 4, 2026, in Flagstaff, Arizona, resulting in the deaths of two crew members. The helicopter was providing aerial support to officers responding to an active shooter incident. Although the cause of the crash is currently unknown, officials have stated that there is no evidence linking gunfire to the accident. The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration are involved in the investigation, which is being led by the Arizona Department of Public Safety. The incident was reported by AeroTime.

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    Two Crew Members Killed In Flagstaff Incident Amid Ongoing Investigation

    A police helicopter operated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety crashed on February 4, 2026, in Flagstaff, Arizona, resulting in the deaths of two crew members. The helicopter was providing aerial support to officers responding to an active shooter incident. Although the cause of the crash is currently unknown, officials have stated that there is no evidence linking gunfire to the accident. The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration are involved in the investigation, which is being led by the Arizona Department of Public Safety. The incident was reported by AeroTime.

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