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Helicopter Crash Investigated; Shooter Faces Murder Charges

3/11/2026

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The National Transportation Safety Board released its report on the February 4 Flagstaff helicopter crash.
The crash killed two Arizona Department of Public Safety crewmembers, pilot Robert Skankey and trooper paramedic Hunter Bennett.
Investigators are examining rotor system issues as a possible cause.
Investigators found no evidence of gunfire damage.
The shooter, Terrell Storey, was captured and faces multiple charges, including two counts of murder.

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The National Transportation Safety Board released its report on the February 4 Flagstaff helicopter crash.
The crash killed two Arizona Department of Public Safety crewmembers, pilot Robert Skankey and trooper paramedic Hunter Bennett.
Investigators are examining rotor system issues as a possible cause.
Investigators found no evidence of gunfire damage.
The shooter, Terrell Storey, was captured and faces multiple charges, including two counts of murder.