All three crew members aboard a medical helicopter were killed after a their helicopter went down in Tucson, Arizona.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration, there were no patients onthe flight as it helicopter traveled from Marana to Douglas. A paramedic, pilot and nurse were aboard during the accident and they were in contact with air traffic control during the flight.

Air traffic controllers said that the helicopter showed no signs of distress. The helicopter was operated by a Colorado company, Air Methods, and officials are on their way to the scene along with officials from the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board to investigate the accident. 

Airplane accidents can have traumatizing effects on all involved, our thoughts are with the victim.

University of Evansville student Abby Guerra was said to be dead according to authorities. As family flew in for the funeral, the medical examiner double-checked fingerprint records and realized a terrible mistake had been made. 21-year-old Marlena Cantu was dead. Her friend Abby Guerra was alive and fighting for her life.

According to KSDK, "Guerra was a passenger in a vehicle with four of her friends last Sunday driving back to Arizona from Disneyland when the SUV apparently blew a tire and flipped on Interstate 10, about 50 miles from the family's home in Glendale." Two of the passengers died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. One of those was supposedly Abby Guerra until authorities identified their mistake. So far, they have not figured out just how the mistake was made.

KSDK writes that the girl's injuries were so severe that it was tough to tell who she was, which is probably why Cantu's parents were able to sit by her bedside for so long without realizing that this was not their daughter.

ABC 15 reports that a black Camaro made a sudden U-turn while speeding. According to ABC 15, "Authorities say the driver lost control of the vehicle just east of Foster Road, went left of center and was struck broadside by a half ton pickup occupied by a family from Polacca, Arizona."

The black Camaro was fleeing from police. A deputy reports that the driver was not driving safely, leading him to believe that the driver may have been under the influence. The deputy, who drove a marked police vehicle, turned on both his siren and lights. Neither one prompted the Camaro to stop.

ABC 13 reports that, "According to the Sheriff's Office, the injuries to an elderly female in the pickup truck and the driver of the Camaro appeared to be serious, but it was not immediately known if the injuries were life-threatening." The accident is still being investigated by authorities.

Car accidents can leave you or a loved one seriously injured. If you or anyone you know has been injured in an automobile accident, contact the Tucson car accident lawyers at Haralson, Miller, Pitt, Feldman & McAnally, P.L.C. today by dialing 800-639-8460.

The Florida Associated Press reports that a solder died Sunday after a wreck on base last week. The 36-year-old man was riding his motorcycle when he crashed into a van. The Arizona Daily Star reports that, "[he] was taken to Sierra Vista Regional Health Center before being flown to University Medical Center in Tucson."

The soldier has been identified as Second Lieutenant Mark J. Pincek. The Miami man was training at Fort Huachuca. According to the Florida Associated Press, "Pincek was attending the military intelligence basic officer leadership course at the base, home to the Army's intelligence center."

"A memorial service for Pincek is tentatively planned for Thursday evening at the Main Post Chapel," according to The Arizona Daily Star. 

Authorities are still investigating the tragic accident.

A bicyclist collided with a car earlier this morning. KVOA reports that the accident occurred at, "4th Avenue and Congress around 5:00 a.m." The bicyclist and the vehicle were reportedly heading west. According to witnesses, the cyclist lost control of his motorized bike and swerved into the vehicle.

Police say it was the cyclist's fault, and the driver will not be issued a citation.

The cyclist has been identified as 47-year-old Dennis McKinney. He reportedly was found to have life-threatening injuries after the accident and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Wednesday morning's deadly accident on 22nd Street was preceded by a beer theft at the Circle K. Police say the thieves stole beer from the store on 22nd and Prudence and then took off in their truck. They headed west on 22nd street before hitting another car. KVOA reports that it is not known whether the other driver suffered any injuries. 

According to KVOA, "Tucson Police responded to a rollover accident and found 37-year-old Henry T Dennison pinned underneath his pickup truck in a wash." Tuscon PD said that the driver lost control before rolling into the wash. The driver has been identified as 37-year-old Henry T. Dennison.

KVOA reports that three passengers left the scene on foot. KVOA writes that, "The male suspect was wearing a dark green shirt, denim shorts, and a redbaseball cap, according to police.  Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to call 911 or 88-CRIME."

The road can be a dangerous place where your fellow drivers are unpredictable. If you are someone you know has been injured in a car accident, call the Tucson car accident lawyers Haralson, Miller, Pitt, Feldman, McAnally, P.L.C., by dialing 1-800-639-8460.

Earlier this month, the Obama Administration made good on a promise made to Republicans last fall to place funds in reducing medical malpractice lawsuits and costs.  25 million dollars worth of grants will be distributed to universities, medical centers, and state health departments.  Officials hope that these grants will improve doctor/patient communication and reduce injury, and as a result minimize medical malpractice lawsuits and lower liability insurance premiums.

In an address to Congress last September, President Obama stated, "I don't believe that malpractice reform is a silver bullet, but I've talked to enough doctors to know that defensive medicine may be contributing to unnecessary costs".  

If you or someone you love has been a victim of medical malpractice, contact the Tucson medical malpractice attorneys of Haralson, Miller, Pitt, Feldman, & McAnally, P.L.C. at 800-639-8460 to learn more about your rights.