A Houston Police Department helicopter struck the outside of an apartment building Saturday morning.
"If that aircraft would've crashed into an occupied building it would've been an ugly scene," Acevedo told media on Saturday. "As a result of that silver lining, we didn't have any other loss of life and we have a pilot sitting there fighting for his."A Houston Police Department helicopter struck the outside of an apartment building Saturday morning, killing one police officer and injuring another.
The crash killed tactical flight officer Jason Knox, according to a statement from the HPD's official Twitter feed. Knox was a 35-year-old father of two who swore in as an officer in 2012. The pilot had been extracted from the helicopter and is in critical condition.
Heartbreaking news. My condolences are prayers to all officers and victims.
Sad. 💔💔💔