FORT HOOD, Texas – An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter based at Fort Hood crashed today in Salado, Texas.

Local emergency response services, along with military responders and law enforcement professionals, are actively responding to the scene.

“Our immediate priority is securing the site and supporting the initial response efforts,” said Brig. Gen. Ethan Diven, acting commanding general 1st Cavalry Division. Our thoughts are with the crew and their families as we await further information.”

This is an ongoing and developing situation. More information will be released as it becomes available.

Fort Hood will continue to release information at the Fort Hood Media Center to the fullest extent possible pursuant to applicable laws and regulations.