Condolences from across Texas are coming in Saturday morning for one officer who was killed and another who was injured after the helicopter they were in crashed into a Houston apartment complex.
The crash was reported at about 2 a.m. at the Biscayne At Cityview Apartment complex located at 17050 Imperial Valley Drive, near the Greenspoint neighborhood.
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The two officers were in the 75 Fox helicopter from the Houston Police Department’s Air Operations Unit and were investigating reports of bodies floating in a bayou.
Here is what officials and law enforcement across Texas are saying:
Gov. Greg Abbott’s statement
“The First Lady and I join with the people of Houston in mourning the loss of the Houston Police Department officer who was killed in this tragic accident,” said Governor Abbott. “This terrible loss is a solemn reminder of the risks our law enforcement officers face in the line of duty. Our hearts are with the officer’s loved ones and the entire Houston Police Department during this time, and we pray for a swift and full recovery for the officer who was critically injured in this accident.”
Other statements and posts
Please pray for the family of Houston City Council Member Mike Knox. His son, Jason Knox, was killed in a Houston...
Posted by Mayor Sylvester Turner on Saturday, May 2, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the family of the @houstonpolice officer who lost his life in a tragic helicopter crash early this morning. During this very difficult time, may they be comforted by God's grace and mercy. Prayers are also requested from across this community...
— Sheila Jackson Lee (@JacksonLeeTX18) May 2, 2020
DPS extends our prayers to the @houstonpolice on the loss of their officer and continues praying for a full recovery of the other helicopter officer.
— TxDPS - Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) May 2, 2020
Our Aircraft Operations Division is immediately ready to assist our Houston Police Department partners with air operations. https://t.co/6OZ8b85E6Y
.@houmayor Turner & Chief @artacevedo update media on officers involved in HPD helicopter crash #hounews https://t.co/CxnErv0KcO
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) May 2, 2020
DPS extends our prayers to the @houstonpolice on the loss of their officer and continues praying for a full recovery of the other helicopter officer.
— TxDPS - Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) May 2, 2020
Our Aircraft Operations Division is immediately ready to assist our Houston Police Department partners with air operations. https://t.co/6OZ8b85E6Y
We extend our deepest condolences to the Houston Police Department as one officer has passed away and another is in critical condition after a HPD helicopter crash. Please say a prayer for the officers and their families during this difficult, tragic time. 🙏 💙 pic.twitter.com/o4dG8kJP1V
— Fort Worth Police OA (@FWPOA) May 2, 2020
We are mourning the loss of a Houston Police Officer killed overnight in a helicopter crash. Praying for the family as well as a second officer in critical condition. We stand beside you @houstonpolice .#TrueHeros https://t.co/D7Mw7VvSom
— Lake Dallas Police (@LakeDallasPD) May 2, 2020
One police officer has died and another is critically injured in a helicopter crash early this morning in Houston.
— Attorney General Ken Paxton (@KenPaxtonTX) May 2, 2020
I ask for all Texans to pray for their families and loved ones. #BackTheBlue https://t.co/hOjTNsz3PJ
Our hearts are broken for the family of Houston Police Department Tactical Flight Officer, Jason Knox. Officer Knox is...
Posted by Cy-Fair Fire Department on Saturday, May 2, 2020