Four soldiers presumed dead in Washington helicopter crash
Four U.S. Army service members aboard a helicopter that crashed near Joint Base Lewis-McChord on Wednesday night are believed to have lost their lives. The incident unfolded at around 9 p.m. in a rural area near Summit Lake in Thurston County. The U.S. Army Special Operations Command has confirmed that the soldiers, who were part of the Night Stalkers team, are believed to be deceased and recovery efforts are in progress. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation, termed a "mishap" by officials. The names of the soldiers will be released by the U.S. Army at an appropriate time. Lt. Gen. Jonathan Braga expressed condolences to the families and highlighted the soldiers' unwavering commitment and sacrifice. Recovery operations are being conducted by law enforcement, firefighters, and personnel from JBLM. Make sure to stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
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