Yahoo Movies ‘Deeply saddened.’ KY politicians offer condolences after deadly military helicopter crash
Reactions and condolences were abundant Thursday morning after a fatal crash involving two Army Blackhawk helicopters at Fort Campbell that killed nine military members.
Many Kentucky political leaders from the local to federal level on both sides of the aisle took to social media, said they were “deeply saddened” and offered their thoughts and prayers.
Military officials confirmed Thursday morning that nine people were killed in the crash, which happened during a training routine in Trigg county Wednesday night.
The Kentucky Senate held a moment of silence for the victims before it began its last day of business for this year’s legislative session.
Gov. Andy Beshear called the accident “tragic” on Twitter, and announced his plans to travel to Trigg County to support the troops and families affected.
Updated: 9 people dead after Black Hawk military helicopters crash in Western Kentucky
The Kentucky House Democrats also offered prayers to troops, who they said “risk so much to keep us safe and to protect freedom here and around the world.”
“We will never forget their willingness to serve and the sacrifices they make on our behalf,” the tweet said.
Members of the GOP — including several Republican candidates for governor — echoed similar statements.
The Republican Party of Kentucky said it was mourning the loss of soldiers and praying for their families.
Like others, Attorney General Daniel Cameron said he was “deeply saddened” about the tragedy, and extended thanks to law enforcement on the scene.
“I am grateful to the law enforcement and first responders who responded and assisted at the scene. Our prayers are with their families,” he said.
We’ve got some tough news out of Fort Campbell, with early reports of a helicopter crash and fatalities are expected. @kystatepolice, @KentuckyEM and local officials are responding. We will share more information as available. Please pray for all those affected.
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) March 30, 2023
This morning I will be traveling to Fort Campbell to support our troops and their families after last night’s tragic incident. More information will be released later this morning. ^AB
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) March 30, 2023
Kentucky, join me in praying for our service members and their families after an incident at Fort Campbell last night. @GovAndyBeshear is traveling there now, and we will share more information as available. ^JC
— Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman (@LtGovColeman) March 30, 2023
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— KY House Democrats (@kyhousedems) March 30, 2023
The Republican Party of Kentucky joins the entire Commonwealth in mourning the loss of our soldiers in this tragedy. We are praying for their families. https://t.co/OvvC84FhHu
— Republican Party of Kentucky (@KYGOP) March 30, 2023
Deeply saddened this morning to learn of multiple deaths following a helicopter crash last night out of Fort Campbell. I'm grateful to the law enforcement and first responders who responded and assisted at the scene. Our prayers are with their families. https://t.co/gBqOWyVBD9
— Attorney General Daniel Cameron (@kyoag) March 30, 2023
I am devastated to learn about the Army helicopter accident over Kentucky involving our brave 101st Airborne. My team is in contact with the Army and authorities on the ground. Please pray for our servicemembers and their families as we learn more.
— Leader McConnell (@LeaderMcConnell) March 30, 2023
My heart goes out to Kentucky’s Fort Campbell, servicemembers, and families affected in this morning’s Army helicopter accident. As we continue to gather more information and work with authorities, please pray for this strong community.
— Rep. James Comer (@RepJamesComer) March 30, 2023
I am deeply saddened to learn of the tragic helicopter accident at Fort Campbell late last night. Please join me in praying for the families of the nine servicemembers who lost their lives in faithful service to our great country.
— Rep. Andy Barr (@RepAndyBarr) March 30, 2023
Saddened by the news of two aircraft from the 101st Airborne accident. Our hearts and prayers are with the servicemembers and their families. https://t.co/GEO4gefgpC
— Kelly Craft (@KellyCraftKY) March 30, 2023
Deeply saddened to learn of a tragic accident last night in Fort Campbell involving two helicopters during a training mission. I'll be praying for the soldiers involved and their families. https://t.co/72NOfgwgfA
— Commissioner Ryan Quarles (@KYAgCommish) March 30, 2023
