Two dead after Apache helicopter crash near Fort Hood, Texas

Published Aug 12, 09:19 PM UTC

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Two people died when an Apache helicopter crashed outside Fort Hood, Texas, on August 12, 2026. Emergency calls were received around 1:34 p.m. CST, and the individuals were pronounced dead at 2:30 p.m., according to Bell County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Cliff Coleman. The crash occurred in Salado, near the base. Fort Hood's Criminal Investigation Division is handling inquiries about the victims' military status. Brig. Gen. Ethan Diven, acting commanding general of the 1st Cavalry Division, stated that securing the site and supporting response efforts is the immediate priority, expressing condolences for the crew and their families. The story is developing.

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Original headline: Two dead after Apache crash in Texas

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