A tragic helicopter crash near Rio Grande City, Texas, has resulted in the deaths of two National Guard soldiers and a Border Patrol agent, underscoring the risks associated with US border security missions.
A helicopter crash near Rio Grande City, Texas, resulted in the deaths of two National Guard soldiers and a Border Patrol agent, with another soldier injured. The incident occurred as part of the U.S. government’s border security mission along the US-Mexico border. The UH-72 Lakota helicopter was engaged in operations when it crashed, prompting ongoing investigations into the cause.
The crash site in the Rio Grande Valley has been secured by both the sheriff’s office and federal authorities. Starr County judge Eloy Vera identified the victims onboard as one woman and three men, noting that the injured soldier is in critical condition. The identities of the deceased have yet to be released to the public.
This event underscores the potential dangers of border security operations, which often involve aerial surveillance by both state and federal officials.
