Multiple U.S. Military Academy cadets have been injured following a crash near the Camp Natural Bridge training site Thursday.
West Point tweeted for people to avoid the area and that first responders are on the scene.
There has been an accident in the vicinity of the Camp Natural Bridge training site. Emergency vehicles are responding. Please avoid Route 293. More information will follow. @USAGWestPoint
— U.S. Military Academy (@WestPoint_USMA) June 6, 2019
The cadets and active-duty personnel were in a five-ton cargo truck called a light medium tactical vehicle when it crashed.
One individual was killed in the crash. 20 cadets and two soldiers were injured, according to NBC 4.
West Point said the accident occurred around 6:45 a.m. and is under investigation.
One cadet is reported deceased, 20 cadets and two soldiers are wounded that were involved in a Light Medium Tactical Vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 6:45 a.m. off Route 293.
— U.S. Military Academy (@WestPoint_USMA) June 6, 2019
The injured have been transported to local hospitals. Details of the incident are under investigation.
— U.S. Military Academy (@WestPoint_USMA) June 6, 2019
After landing in Ireland, President Trump tweeted he was “So sorry to hear about the terrible accident involving our GREAT West Point Cadets.”
So sorry to hear about the terrible accident involving our GREAT West Point Cadets. We mourn the loss of life and pray for the injured. God Bless them ALL!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 6, 2019
Lt. Gen. Darryl Williams, superintendent for West Point, told reporters the cadets involved in the crash are part of the class of 2020. Injuries sustained in the crash ranged from abrasions to the face to a broken arm.
The group were going to take part in a land navigation course when the truck flipped over. The next of kin for the deceased cadet is being notified.
This story is developing. Please check back for more updates.
