Investigation Of A Military Helicopter Crash In Washington State Is Underway
on Sep 18, 2025
It Is Not Yet Known How Many Soldiers Were On Board The Helicopter
A military helicopter reportedly crashed in Washington state in the evening of Wednesday, September 17.
As of Thursday morning, there have been no updates regarding who was on board the helicopter, but the local sheriff’s department has provided insight into its assistance with the crash.
What We Know So Far
At approximately 11:30 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, September 17, the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office posted on social media regarding its efforts to find the crashed helicopter.
In that statement from the sheriff’s office, it was noted that Joint Base Lewis-McChord, which is located in Tacoma, Washington, had lost contact with the helicopter, with reports indicating this happened around 9 p.m.
Both the I Corps, which is a corp of the United states Army; and the 62nd Airlift Wing, which is a wing of the United States Air Force, are stationed at Joint Base Lewis McChord.
“Thurston County deputies have been dispatched to reports of a possible helicopter crash in the Summit Lake area,” the sheriff’s office stated. “Deputies have located what is believed to be the scene.”
Further, the sheriff’s office said it is “working closely with [Joint Base Lewis McChord] to deploy any resources needed to assist.”
As of this statement, there have been no formal updates on the crash, with the sheriff’s office noting the “incident is still unfolding.”
However, local news reports from NBC King5 have said that local law enforcement was not initially able to conduct a rescue as the scene was “too dangerous.”
It was reportedly so hot on the scene that the shoes worn by the first responders were overheating.
This is a developing story. Country Rebel will provide more information as it becomes available.
