Mesa, AZ – Fatality & Serious Injury Reported in Helicopter Crash at Sherwood Park

Mesa, AZ (April 26, 2020) – One person is dead and another person is seriously injured after a helicopter crash at a Mesa park on Friday afternoon.

According to officers from the Mesa Police Department, the helicopter crash-landed at Sherwood Park near US 60 and Stapley Drive. Mesa police spokesman, Detective Nik Rasheta, said that flight records show the helicopter took off from Blythe, California, shortly before 3:00 p.m. on Friday.

Two people were in the helicopter when it crashed, per information from Rasheta. One of the occupants died and the other was transported to an area hospital.

Rasheta said no one at the park was injured, but no further information is available at this time. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the cause of the accident.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time in hopes of a full recovery.

Air Accidents in Arizona 

Per a report from the Aviation Safety Network, only one fatality accident occurs in every three million flights. However, injuries and crashes involving small planes are more common and can occur due to pilot error, faulty equipment, or inclement weather.

Though airplane accidents are rare, they are often traumatic, both physically and emotionally. If you’ve been injured or have lost a loved one in a plane crash, you should contact a personal injury attorney to review your options.

At ELG, our team of accident attorneys is dedicated to helping you get the justice you deserve after a serious accident. Our experienced, highly-skilled attorneys have spent years fighting for victims and their families and are ready to help you today. Learn more about how to file your injury claim, and set up your free consultation at (623) 877-3600.

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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.