One Dead in NYC Helicopter Crash

At least one person has died when a helicopter crashed into a building Monday afternoon in Midtown Manhattan, according to the New York City Fire Department.

The crash reportedly sparked a two-alarm fire at the building, located at 787 7th Avenue, between 51st and 52nd Streets.

A New York City Police Department source told CBS News that the helicopter crash-landed on the roof but did not go into the building. The weather was foggy and rainy at the time.

One person was aboard the helicopter. FDNY reports that the fire had been extinguished and that one fatality was reported.

More at CBSNews.com.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.


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