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NBC4 Helicopter Crash in L.A. Leaves at Least 3 Dead, Authorities Say

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Hollywood Reporter

What happened

The news helicopter was covering a nearby deadly bus collision when it crashed and burst into flames.

Key facts

  • Reported by Hollywood Reporter and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:08:39 UTC.

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  2. NBC4 Helicopter Crash in L.A. Leaves at Least 3 Dead, Authorities Say

  3. Helicopter Crashes Near Site of Deadly Metro Bus Accident in Chatsworth

  4. NBC L.A. TV News Chopper Crashes, Three Dead

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