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MILITARY HELICOPTER CRASH-TWO DEAD
Summary by Magnolia News Editorial Desk Scott Engle , as published by Montgomery County Police Reporter
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The helicopter, an AH-64 Apache, was assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood.
A military helicopter crash occurred in a private field in Bell County, resulting in the deaths of two crew members. The helicopter, an AH-64 Apache, was assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood. The crash sparked a fast-moving grass fire, which led to the shutdown of a nearby farm-to-market road.
The incident happened with two people on board. Further details about the crash are available from the Montgomery County Police Reporter, including the time of the incident and the unit involved.
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Category: safety Published: August 12, 2026 Source: Montgomery County Police Reporter Reading time: 1 min
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