Helicopter crashes into ocean off Miami Beach
Helicopter crashes into ocean off Miami Beach
Miami Beach police released this video of a helicopter crashing into the ocean. Two people were sent to the hospital and are listed as stable condition. (Credit: Miami Beach Police)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – Miami Beach police say two people are in stable condition after a helicopter crashed into the ocean Saturday afternoon near 10th street.
The crash happened around 1:10 p.m. local time. The two occupants were sent to Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, authorities posted on Twitter.
Investigators say the Miami Beach Fire Department and the FAA are responding to the scene.
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Screenshot from footage of a helicopter crashes off the shore of Miami Beach. (Credit: Miami Beach Police)
Police say the beach between 9th and 11th streets are closed.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates. This story was reported from Los Angeles.
