Here are some images showing the crash site, wreckage, and emergency response from the Sacramento medical helicopter crash.
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Tragic Crash on Sacramento Freeway — What Happened
Overview of the Incident
On the evening of Monday, October 6, 2025, a medical helicopter operated by REACH Air Medical Services crashed onto Highway 50 (eastbound lanes) near 59th Street in Sacramento, California.
At the time, the helicopter was returning from delivering a patient to a hospital and did not have a patient on board when it went down.
Reports describe it as an “in-air emergency” prior to impact.
The Crash Site & Aftermath
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The helicopter ended up upside-down in the center of the highway, leaving a substantial debris field.
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Despite the dramatic crash, no motorists or vehicles on the freeway were struck. Officials called that fact “mind-blowing,” given how severe the crash was.
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A plume of white smoke was reported rising from the wreckage shortly after impact, though the helicopter did not catch fire.
Injuries, Rescue & Heroic Efforts
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Three crew members were onboard: a pilot, a nurse, and a paramedic. All three were transported to local hospitals in critical condition.
One crew member was trapped under the wreckage. Bystanders and firefighters worked together—about 15 people in total—to lift part of the helicopter and free the trapped individual.
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No one else (outside of the helicopter) was hurt in the collision.
Highway Disruption & Traffic
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The crash required the closure of eastbound lanes of Highway 50, causing extensive delays.
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Nearby ramps and connectors, including those to Highway 99, were also impacted as authorities diverted traffic and cleared the scene.
Possible Causes & Ongoing Investigation
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Officials have not yet released a definitive cause. The crash remains under investigation by state and federal aviation authorities, including the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Early reporting suggests there was an “in-air emergency” before the crash, but details (mechanical failure, human factors, weather, etc.) are not confirmed.
REACH Air Medical released a statement saying they are investigating and expressing concern for their crew and those impacted.
Human Perspective & Reactions
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Sacramento City Councilwoman Lisa Kaplan, who had been on a ride-along with sheriff pilots that evening, described the scene as “sobering” and expressed gratitude for the emergency personnel.
Many witnesses and motorists shared videos and photos on social media showing the moment the helicopter crashed or moments after impact.
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