A U.S. military helicopter crash near the U.S.-Mexico border in South Texas resulted in the death of three individuals, including New York State National Guard members John Grassia III and Casey Frankoski, along with Border Patrol agent Chris Luna. The victims were identified as Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski, 28, Chief Warrant Officer 2 John Grassia, 30, both with the New York National Guard, and Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna, 49. The crash occurred while the helicopter was patrolling the border. One National Guard soldier remains hospitalized from the crash.
‘He enjoyed life’: Border Patrol agent who died in helicopter crash remembered by family | #RGV 🔗: https://t.co/5SclYZS0rg https://t.co/pGpvzA4NpY
Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna was laid to rest this afternoon. https://t.co/QSaKIl4XiJ
Border Patrol Agent Christopher Luna was honored today at the San Juan Basilica. Luna died Friday in a National Guard helicopter crash along with two others. The Edinburg native was honored by his hometown all week long through support from the community. (Photo by Blake Brown) https://t.co/H6GtvVZg9O
Homeland Security Secretary Alejando Mayorkas is among those in attendance for funeral of RGV Border Patrol agent who lost his life in helicopter accident on Mar. 8. https://t.co/eCNwXq9jhC
A large number of Border Patrol agents and local law enforcement have turned out to pay their respects to Christopher Luna, who died Friday in a helicopter crash. Homeland Security Secretary Alejando Mayorkas is among those in attendance. #RGV @monitornews https://t.co/qMTMp50cbV
Road closures in effect for Border Patrol Agent Christopher Luna’s funeral services in San Juan. Tune in tonight at 6 and 6:30 p.m. for our coverage. https://t.co/rgJsisNfyT
I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Officer Andrew Mott in a tragic accident today. My prayers go out to his family, friends & fellow officers during this incredibly difficult time. We will always be grateful for his service & commitment to keeping our communities safe.…
Border Patrol union remembers agent who died in a helicopter crash on Friday. https://t.co/s8koxR3NRV
Upstate New York and the North Country mourn the loss of two NY National Guard Soldiers, John Grassia and Casey Frankoski, who died in the tragic helicopter crash along the Southern Border. We pray for the full recovery of the soldier still in the hospital. https://t.co/KXUXzlhidW
Please help the family of Border Patrol agent Christopher Luna in their time of need. Pls share! @jaketapper @chiproytx @brandonljudd https://t.co/exa2KBeORu
Please help the family of Border Patrol agent Christopher Luna in their time of need. @jaketapper @chiproytx @brandonljudd https://t.co/exa2KBeh1W
Candlelight vigil planned for soldiers, border agent killed in South Texas helicopter crash https://t.co/nRBB120oHK
A candlelight vigil is being held in Edinburg in memory of the Border Patrol agent who died along with two others in a helicopter crash: https://t.co/z19Rx6WDhJ #borderreport #fox44tx
Customs and Border Protection Agent Chris Luna, along with New York Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officers Casey Frankoski and John Grassia, were killed Friday when a helicopter crashed near Rio Grande City. A third guardsman is in critical condition. https://t.co/btR5WTvqF7
New York grieves the loss of two brave National Guardsmen who tragically lost their lives in an aircraft accident while patrolling the Southern Border. I extend my deepest sympathies to the families of Pilots Casey Frankoski & John Grassia. Additionally, my thoughts & prayers…
Authorities have released the names of the 2 National Guard soldiers and 1 Border Patrol agent who died in a helicopter crash in Texas near Rio Grande City. https://t.co/FaEULYEokD
Thinking of the two National Guard aviators and the Border Patrol agent who were on the fatal helicopter crash. I'm also praying for the speedy recovery of their injured crew chief. My condolences go out to their families, and we will humbly honor their sacrifice in perpetuity. https://t.co/4EZ4CrlN8r
My heart goes out to the families of two Army National Guard Soldiers and a Border Patrol agent who lost their lives in a helicopter crash in Texas on Friday. https://t.co/WYQu1XZTAa
New York State Trooper Among 3 Killed In National Guard Helicopter Crash at Southern Border https://t.co/ACGMi8v4OC
My prayers are with the families and loved ones of Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna and the two Guardsmen who lost their lives. Their sacrifice and service won’t be forgotten. https://t.co/bbtL8NhwVS
This is the third helicopter crash for the Guard since Feb. 12. https://t.co/sAdZ7xMne8
Our prayers are with the families and friends of the @CBP agent and @USNationalGuard soldiers tragically killed in La Grulla over the weekend. These heroes were on a mission to protect our borders and ensure the safety of our communities. https://t.co/2uvndFqR2r
The United States Customs and Border Protection has identified the two soldiers and agent who died in Friday’s helicopter crash. https://t.co/us1KZM44hm
3 people killed in Texas helicopter crash are identified https://t.co/yJcfkgWoe5
A National Guard soldier who was seriously injured in the crash of a helicopter flying over the U.S.-Mexico border remained hospitalized Sunday while authorities released the names of the two National Guard soldiers and Border Patrol agent who were killed. https://t.co/pQ9NRoDckV
A National Guard soldier who was injured in the crash of a helicopter flying over the border remained hospitalized while authorities released the names of the two National Guard soldiers and a Border Patrol agent who were killed. https://t.co/fbtWrF9B9H https://t.co/TSSGWKCP2a
UPDATE: Two National Guard soldiers and a border patrol agent killed in a Texas helicopter crash late last week have been identified. The two soldiers were both from upstate New York. @LoriB_NY reports. https://t.co/kUPo5zaeSL
2 members of New York National Guard killed in Texas helicopter crash https://t.co/iKY8GNjSSP https://t.co/QuKP84rv3V
Officials release IDs of 3 killed in helicopter crash near U.S.-Mexico border https://t.co/5PRGR5FoYG
Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski, 28, and Chief Warrant Officer 2 John Grassia, 30, both with the New York National Guard, were killed in the Texas crash. https://t.co/khCv9uWyCM
A National Guard soldier from New York who was seriously injured in the crash of a helicopter flying over the U.S.-Mexico border is still hospitalized, days after the crash. Link: https://t.co/MlCRbeSsuG
UPDATE: Authorities have identified the 2 National Guard troops from New York who were killed in a helicopter crash in Texas as 28-year-old Casey Frankoski of Rensselear and 30-year-old John Grassia of Schenectady. https://t.co/kUPo5zaeSL
Victims of military helicopter crash at southern border identified https://t.co/B1EWESgfnT
Helicopter carrying National Guardsmen and Border Patrol agent crashes in Texas, killing 3 https://t.co/Lynv81AfB4
The three killed Friday in a helicopter crash near Rio Grande City were: Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski, 28, and Chief Warrant Officer 2 John Grassia, 30, both with the New York National Guard; and Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna, 49. https://t.co/asooUDs9nG
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and co-workers of Trooper John M. Grassia III of the @nyspolice, who died in a helicopter crash during a support mission for the National Guard. https://t.co/DrngGjkjkO
🚨2 National Guard soldiers and 1 Border Patrol agent killed in Texas helicopter crash have been identified 🙏🏻 New York National Guard; Chief Warrant Officer 2 John Grassia, 30 🙏🏻New York National Guard; Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski, 28 🙏🏻Border Patrol Agent Chris… https://t.co/IZdJrVReaf
Two New York Army National Guard soldiers were among the three people killed when a military helicopter crashed near the U.S.-Mexico border https://t.co/RvhRUE58xy
It is with deep sadness that the New York State Police announce the death of Trooper John M. Grassia III. Trooper Grassia died in a helicopter crash during a support mission for the US National Guard. We offer our condolences to the all of the families impacted by this tragedy. https://t.co/ZwQlDiSHsh
R.I.P. | Soldiers, Border Patrol Agent Killed in Texas Helicopter Crash Identified National Guard Member John Grassia, 30, National Guard Member Casey Frankoski, 28, & Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna, 49 The cause remains under investigation https://t.co/IbeOxv0TKc
3 victims of deadly National Guard helicopter crash near souther border identified https://t.co/xXMU3O9Y1n https://t.co/Y3kWEhCLZO
National Guard soldiers and Border Patrol agent killed in Texas helicopter crash are identified https://t.co/dlpaM5Xoas
Authorities have released the names of the two National Guard soldiers and a Border Patrol agent who were killed in a helicopter crash on Friday. https://t.co/9AtjcWRhSn
Heartbroken by the passing of two NY-20 National Guard aviators. Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski and John Grassia served our state and nation with dedication and valor. They have left us too soon. My heart goes out to their family and loved ones. https://t.co/yc97i7CT6m
A National Guard soldier from New York who was seriously injured in the crash of a helicopter flying over the U.S.-Mexico border remained hospitalized Sunday while authorities released the names of the two National Guard soldiers and a Border Patrol... https://t.co/yZnGwhKypj
Two New York Army National Guard soldiers and a Border Patrol agent were killed in a military helicopter crash in South Texas on Friday Read more: https://t.co/P3rl69ygJy
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2 National Guard soldiers, 1 Border Patrol agent killed in Texas helicopter crash identified https://t.co/sfESVFU2GC
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Two New York National Guard members and a U.S. border agent died in a helicopter crash in Texas while patrolling the US-Mexico border on Friday. https://t.co/6xWNq2Ttjh
A helicopter crash at the U.S.-Mexico border in South Texas killed three, including New York State National Guard members John Grassia III and Casey Frankoski, along with Border Patrol agent Chris Luna. https://t.co/JyUDNsZoGW
A U.S. military helicopter crash killed three people and injured another Friday after it had been following migrants near the border. https://t.co/Qtiv8JdyAJ
My statement on the death of U.S. Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna and two National Guardsmen ⬇️ https://t.co/CWerjnfaOv