Helicopter Crash Near Joint Base Lewis-McChord Under Investigation

A helicopter crash occurred near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. The incident happened late Wednesday night, and currently, no details on the occupants or potential injuries are available. The investigation is ongoing with coordination between local authorities and military officials.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Tacoma | Updated: 18-09-2025 21:15 IST | Created: 18-09-2025 21:15 IST
Helicopter Crash Near Joint Base Lewis-McChord Under Investigation
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A helicopter has crashed in a rural area near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, according to a statement from the US Army released Thursday. The incident, which unfolded around 9 p.m. Wednesday, has left officials and locals searching for details.

At this stage, there is no confirmation regarding the number of occupants aboard the helicopter or their conditions. Authorities are actively investigating the crash, which remains a developing situation.

The Thurston County sheriff's office has reported losing contact with a military helicopter. They are collaborating closely with base personnel to gather more information, but no further details have emerged at this time.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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