Suspect crashes helicopter after trying to steal it from Sacramento airport: police
The incident happened in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Authorities are looking for a suspect who crashed a helicopter after attempting to steal it from Sacramento Executive Airport in California early Wednesday.
No one was injured in the crash and no one is in custody, Sacramento police said.
A damaged helicopter can be seen from the side after police say someone tried to steal it from Sacramento Executive Airport on March 15, 2023.
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The attempted theft of the helicopter took place around 5 a.m. local time, officials said. Sacramento police said ABC News officers responded to reports of multiple broken-in helicopters, including one that appeared to have been used, resulting in a crash. The helicopter has significant damage.
Debris from a damaged helicopter can be seen at Sacramento Executive Airport, March 15, 2023.
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The stolen helicopter was a Bell 429, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
The FAA said it was unclear how many people were on board or their conditions.
The incident is under investigation.
This is a developing story. Please check for updates.
