Arizona Helicopter Crash: Tragedy Strikes Amidst Gunfire

An Arizona man was indicted for felony murder and multiple other charges after a state helicopter crash amidst a police shootout. The incident led to the deaths of a trooper and a pilot. The confrontation started with a domestic violence call, escalating into a fatal gunbattle.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 14-02-2026 01:01 IST | Created: 14-02-2026 01:01 IST
Arizona Helicopter Crash: Tragedy Strikes Amidst Gunfire
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An Arizona man faces legal repercussions following a tragic incident involving a state helicopter amid a police shootout. The helicopter crash resulted in the deaths of a state trooper paramedic and a pilot. The indictment includes two first-degree felony murder charges among a total of 60 criminal counts.

The tumultuous events unfolded when law enforcement officers responded to a domestic violence call in a Flagstaff neighborhood. As officers engaged with the victim, the accused, Terrell Storey, allegedly opened fire on them from the back of the residence. The ensuing chaotic exchange of gunfire saw Storey reportedly moving across rooftops.

The state helicopter, aiding officers on the ground, tragically crashed under unclear circumstances as it hovered over the area. Federal investigators continue to probe its cause. The community mourns the loss of the two officers, whose dedication and service were tragically cut short.

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