Three Killed in Helicopter Crash in Los Angeles

Washington, September 16, 2026 : At least three people were killed after a helicopter crashed and caught fire in Los Angeles, California, according to local authorities.

The Associated Press reported that the helicopter crashed Tuesday night near a single-story commercial building in the Chatsworth neighborhood of the San Fernando Valley, resulting in three fatalities.

Los Angeles Fire Department spokesperson Branden Silverman said at least one of the victims was in the parking lot adjacent to the commercial building when the crash occurred.

He added that it remained unclear whether the other two victims were inside the helicopter or on the ground at the time of the incident.

Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and working to determine its cause.

The incident comes after a medical helicopter crash in California last year left three people injured.

Source: QNA