Investigation launched after helicopter incident in Lakeville
Authorities in Lakeville are currently looking into a helicopter crash that occurred near Airlake Airport on Saturday afternoon. The police were alerted to the incident around 2:45 p.m. in the vicinity of Highway Avenue and 219th Street West. Regrettably, there were no survivors, although the exact number of individuals onboard has not been disclosed. Fortunately, there were no injuries to anyone on the ground. A specialist from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is on the way to Minnesota and is anticipated to arrive on Sunday. Their task will involve collecting flight data, potential witness testimonies, aircraft documentation, and more. The NTSB, in collaboration with the Federal Aviation Administration, will manage the inquiry into the crash's cause. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office will be responsible for identifying the deceased individuals. WCCO will continue its coverage of this developing event as new details emerge.
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