"Tragic Loss: Marine Corps Confirms 5 Troops Killed in San Diego Helicopter Crash"

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"Tragic Loss: Marine Corps Confirms 5 Troops Killed in San Diego Helicopter Crash"
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Sgt. Alec Langen, 23, of Chandler, Arizona, was identified as one of the five U.S. Marines killed in the San Diego County helicopter crash. The CH-53E helicopter went down during stormy weather, and recovery efforts are underway. President Biden and California Governor Newsom expressed condolences, and flags are being flown at half-staff. The military is working with various agencies to investigate the crash, which occurred during a winter storm.

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