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At least 1 killed, 2 others critical in Tennessee LifeFlight helicopter crash

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No less than one individual is useless and two others are in crucial situation after a Vanderbilt LifeFlight helicopter crashed close to Lebanon, Tennessee, Saturday afternoon.

College officers confirmed three crew members have been on board the Airbus EC130T2 helicopter, which crashed round 2:30 p.m.

There have been no sufferers on the aircraft on the time of the crash.

Officers are investigating a helicopter crash in Wilson County, Tennessee, on Saturday. (WZTV)

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The Wilson County Sheriff’s Workplace confirmed on social media that it responded in coordination with a number of businesses and requested motorists to keep away from the realm.

Based on the sheriff’s workplace, the helicopter crashed within the 7100 block of Cairo Bend Street. It’s unclear what induced the crash.

Officers say one individual is useless and two others stay in crucial situation after the helicopter crash. (WZTV)

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“Our hearts and deepest condolences exit to our Vanderbilt LifeFlight colleagues, their households and family members throughout this troublesome time,” a Vanderbilt spokesperson wrote in a press release to Fox Information Digital.

The id of the deceased crew member has not but been launched.

Rep. Scott DesJarlais, R-Tenn., responded to the incident on X, noting that he’s praying for the victims.

“Please be a part of Amy and me in praying for these concerned within the LifeFlight helicopter crash in Wilson County,” DesJarlais wrote in a press release. “Discover various routes to keep away from the realm to permit emergency providers personnel to proceed working.”

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The Nationwide Transportation Security Board (NTSB) instructed Fox Information Digital it’s investigating.

The Wilson County Sheriff’s Workplace responds to a helicopter crash in Tennessee. (Google Maps)

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Wilson County Sheriff’s Workplace didn’t instantly reply to questions from Fox Information Digital.

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