LĪHU‘E HAWAII– Multiple agencies responded to reports of a helicopter crash at Kalalau Beach Thursday afternoon.
According to a preliminary report, Kauaʻi Police Dispatch received a text-to-911 message at approximately 3:45 p.m. that a helicopter crashed into the ocean near Kalalau Beach. Officials have identified the helicopter as being operated by Airborne Aviation, with one pilot and four passengers.
The crash resulted in three fatalities, with two others transported to Wilcox Medical Center for treatment…