2 Dead After Helicopter Crashes In Rowlett, Bursts Into Flames

ROWLETT (CBSDFW.COM) - The Rowlett Police Department said two people died after a helicopter crashed and burst into flames in the 2200 block of State Highway 66 in Rowlett.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the helicopter went down around 11:30 a.m. The make and model of the rotorcraft isn't known.

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Witnesses said the chopper came down hard and fast in front of a strip mall. The Rowlett Fire Department arrived on scene within minutes and was able to put out the flames.

(credit: Jack Fink/CBSDFW.com)

The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the incident.

The NTSB will be in charge of the investigation.

This is a breaking news story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

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