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2 dead, 2 injured, 1 missing after medical helicopter crashes into waters near Catalina Island
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- A medevac helicopter crashed into the waters near Avalon on Catalina Island shortly after takeoff Wednesday night, resulting in two deaths, two injuries, and one person missing.
- The Los Angeles County Fire Department and Coast Guard launched a Marine Search and Rescue operation after reports of multiple people in the water following the crash.
- At least five people initially went into the water, with two confirmed dead, two hospitalized, and one still unaccounted for as rescue efforts continue.
- REACH Air Medical Services confirmed one of their helicopters was involved and is cooperating with authorities while prioritizing the well-being of those affected.
- The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with no further details currently available.
