Witnesses Describe the Moment the Helicopter Crashed Into the Hudson River

Witnesses recount the terrifying moments when a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River, killing several victims, including children.Dani Horbiak, at home in Jersey City, heard rapid noises like gunshots and saw the helicopter spiraling out of control before it broke apart and plunged into the water. In Hoboken,

Lesly Camacho, a restaurant hostess, described the helicopter spinning with smoke before crashing violently.Mandy Bowlin, a tourist on a sightseeing boat, heard a boom and saw the helicopter’s rotor blade detach before it nosedived into the river,