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2 Killed After Helicopter Crash Near Penn’s Peak Concert Venue in Carbon County
PENN FOREST TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Emergency responders are on the scene of a helicopter crash that occurred Thursday afternoon in a wooded area of Penn Forest Township, Carbon County.
The crash site is located near the Penn’s Peak concert hall on Maury Road.
Authorities reported that the incident took place at approximately 3:00 p.m.
Initial dispatches indicated that the aircraft went down in a heavily wooded section near the venue, prompting a large-scale response from local police, fire, and EMS units.
The Carbon County Coroner’s Office has confirmed multiple fatalities at the scene.
Early reports from emergency crews indicate that two individuals aboard the helicopter were killed in the crash.
At this time, officials have not released the names of the victims pending notification of next of kin.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have been notified and will be leading the investigation into the cause of the crash.
Both agencies are expected to arrive on site to begin collecting evidence and examining the wreckage.
The Carbon County Communications Center stated that emergency personnel remain in the area, securing the crash site and assisting investigators.
No additional injuries to people on the ground have been reported.
Further updates, including the identification of the victims and preliminary findings on the cause of the crash, are expected once federal investigators complete their initial review.
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Ka’Ontee’ Dajuan Johnson Killed in Crash on Lucas and Hunt Road in North St. Louis County
Authorities have identified the pedestrian killed in an early-morning crash in north St. Louis County as Ka’Ontee’ Dajuan Johnson, 30.
According to the St. Louis County Police Department, North County Precinct, officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash at approximately 1:26 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the 9000 block of Lucas and Hunt Road.
Upon arrival, officers located Johnson, who had been struck by at least one vehicle while he was in the roadway.
Johnson was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police stated that the driver of one involved vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating fully with the investigation.
A preliminary investigation indicates that Johnson was in the roadway at the time he was struck.
Family members have expressed concerns that another vehicle may have struck Johnson first and fled the scene, and they believe the circumstances surrounding the incident may involve possible foul play.
Authorities have not confirmed these claims but noted that the investigation remains ongoing.
The incident remains under active investigation, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information related to this crash is urged to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210.
Individuals wishing to remain anonymous or be eligible for a potential reward may contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).