A helicopter crash into the Hudson River killed six people, including a family of five, after the pilot warned he needed fuel. The tragic accident happened on April 10, with the aircraft reportedly breaking apart before hitting the water near Pier 40.
The victims included Agustin Escobar, his wife, their three children, and the pilot. Escobar, a high-profile executive, had just arrived in New York with his family. The helicopter was on a sightseeing tour when the pilot radioed about low fuel.
Michael Roth, whose company operated the flight, said the pilot called to say he was returning but never arrived. “It’s a monumental disaster,” Roth said, visibly distraught. Footage appears to show the helicopter’s tail and rotors detaching mid-flight.
Photos of the family before takeoff have circulated, deepening the tragedy. Witnesses described the helicopter splitting apart before crashing. Authorities are investigating, but the exact cause remains unclear.
Our hearts go out to the families of those lost in this heartbreaking incident.
