Two killed after an Apache military helicopter crashed near Salado, Texas
Two pilots were killed and several homes were evacuated after the Apache crashed, while investigators said the cause remains unknown.
- Two people were killed when an AH-64 Apache military helicopter crashed near Salado, Texas, on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the Bell County Sheriff confirmed. Authorities received a 911 call after 1:30 p.m.
- The helicopter went down in a field off Dove Hollow Lane and Market Road 2843, sparking a grass fire that was "out of control" when deputies arrived. Cliff Coleman with the Bell County Sheriff called it "a violent crash."
- Authorities evacuated several homes near the crash site and shut down Market Road 2843. An Army Fort Hood release confirmed the aircraft was an AH-64 Apache based at Fort Hood.
- "Our immediate priority is securing the site and supporting the initial response efforts," Brig. Gen. Ethan Diven, acting commanding general, said. An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
- Although the fire is still burning, authorities reported no buildings or structures were damaged. Investigators have not yet determined where the helicopter was headed on Wednesday.
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