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FHP: Helicopter crashes in Baker County shortly after takeoff due to mechanical failure

The Florida Highway Patrol says the crash happened in Macclenny Saturday around 12:10 p.m. and caused minor injuries to the pilot.

BAKER COUNTY, Fla. — A helicopter crashed in Baker County Saturday shortly after taking flight due to a mechanical failure, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

FHP says the crash happened at 12:10 p.m. in the field of Emmanuel Church of God in Christ in Macclenny and caused minor injuries to a 68-year-old man who was the pilot. Two other passengers were also on the helicopter during the crash, a 55-year-old woman and a 10-year-old girl who did not suffer any injuries.

The Baker County Sheriff's Office also posted the incident on their Facebook page.

Please be aware there is a heavy law enforcement presence at the intersection of South Boulevard and Eighth Street in...

Posted by Baker County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, July 1, 2023

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