Chopper Twirls Uncontrollably into Palm Trees at Frequented Southern California Shoreline

An aircraft hovering near a well-attended southern California coastline unexpectedly began spiraling uncontrollably, finally dropping height and crashing into a cluster of palm trees as onlookers watched.

Videos shared online depict the aircraft commencing to spiral above the shoreline then descending towards the border of the shore, where it ends up lodged among palm groves and a set of stairs near the shoreline route.

Emergency Response Details

Emergency responders reported five people were rushed to the hospital involving a pair who were in the chopper and were “rescued from the debris” following the crash on that day.

Three persons on the pavement were hurt. Specifics on their injuries were not yet released.

The reason for the accident was still under investigation.

Planned Function

The department mentioned the aircraft was linked to an annual “Cars with Copters” benefit occasion planned for Sunday.

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