Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Three Lives in Kentucky

A medical helicopter crashed in Kentucky, killing three crew members: Gale Alleman, Bethany Aicken, and James Welsh. The crash occurred near Highway 22 while the helicopter was en route to pick up a patient. Investigations are underway by state police, the NTSB, and the FAA.

Three crew members tragically lost their lives when a medical helicopter headed to pick up a patient crashed in Kentucky, according to authorities.

The incident occurred Monday evening in Owenton, near state Highway 22, as confirmed by the Kentucky State Police in a news release.

The Air Evac Lifeteam flight, based in Grant County, was en route for a patient pickup when it crashed, killing personnel Gale Alleman, Bethany Aicken, and James Welsh. Investigations by local police, the National Transportation Safety Board, and Federal Aviation Administration are ongoing.

(With inputs from agencies.)