A military helicopter belonging to the United States Military has crashed on a golf course in Leonardtown, Maryland killing one and leaving two other persons injured.
The UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter, according to the US Army Military District of Washington was reported to have crashed during a routine training exercise on Easter Monday.
The aircraft which crashed at the Breton Bay Golf Course was reported to be carrying only three crew members from the 12th Aviation Battalion, stationed at Davison Airfield at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Both injured victims of the crash are reported to be in serious medical condition as the military launches investigation into the cause of the crash.
Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, the commanding general, Joint Force Headquarters National Capital Region and the US Army Military District of Washington in a statement released said: “We are deeply saddened by this loss within our community. Our condolences go out to the families and friends affected by this tragedy, and our team is focused on supporting them during this difficult time.”
