On Thursday afternoon a helicopter crash into the Hudson River near Lower Manhattan, leaving at least six people dead and several others injured or unaccounted for, according to local authorities.
The helicopter, a Bell 206 model, crashed into the water near Pier 25, an area between West Street and Canal Street in Lower Manhattan. The impact triggered a rapid emergency response from police, firefighters, and rescue teams on both the New York and New Jersey sides of the river.
Linda Schmidt indicated that five people were aboard the helicopter at the time of the crash. However, officials have now confirmed at least six fatalities, suggesting either more passengers than first reported or the inclusion of rescue personnel among the deceased.
Two people have reportedly been pulled from the water alive, but authorities are still working to determine how many individuals were actually on board.
Footage from the scene shows a heavy emergency response on the Hudson River waterfront, with crews rushing to locate and recover any possible survivors. The crash site, located near the busy West Side Highway and Spring Street, has caused significant traffic disruptions in the area.
Video captures the moment a helicopter comes crashing