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One dead after helicopter crash in Manatee County

Authorities responded to a crash involving two helicopters in Myakka City, resulting in one fatality.

Oct 16, 2026, 1:02 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report

Photo: U.S. Navy/OS2 John Bouvia / Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

WFLA 8 reported that deputies responded to a helicopter crash in Myakka City, located in Manatee County, on Thursday.

The incident involved two helicopters, and authorities confirmed that one person died as a result of the crash.

Officials were on the scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision between the two aircraft.

This event directly affects the Tampa Bay area as Manatee County is part of the region.

Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.

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WFLA 8: 1 person dead after helicopter crashes in Manatee County

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