BSO deputy honored for life-saving actions after chopper crashed into Pompano Beach apartment building

Video shows why BSO deputy was awarded Medal of Honor after fatal helicopter crash

A motorcycle deputy was on duty in Broward County when he saw dark smoke billowing out of a fire rescue helicopter before it started spinning down out of control and crashed into a one-story apartment building.

BSO deputy honored for life-saving actions after chopper crashed into Pompano Beach apartment building

By Nicole Linsalata, Kevin Boulandier Click here for updates on this story     POMPANO BEACH, Florida (WSVN) — A Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy was honored for his brave actions after he witnessed a helicopter crash into an apartment building and he didn’t think twice about jumping into action to save innocent people’s lives. During a BSO award ceremony held Thursday in Davie, officials honored Deputy Michell Machado and showed never-before-see…

Bodycam video shows fiery explosion after deadly chopper crash in Pompano Beach

New bodycam video shows the harrowing moments when a Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to the scene of a deadly helicopter crash in Pompano Beach—footage that shows how he risked his life to save others, the department says. BSO recognized several employees with the medal of honor this week for their bravery in life-threatening situations. One of them is Deputy...

Courage On Display: Bso Recognizes Five Medal Of Honor Recipients

In an event honoring bravery and courage at the Broward Sheriff’s Office 2024 Annual Awards Ceremony on April 25th of 2025​ five individuals received the Medal of Honor for their remarkable acts of selflessness and valor. One hero fearlessly plunged into waters in a courageous endeavor to rescue a teenager drowning perilously. Three others bravely entered a firefight to confront an assailant threatening lives. Additionally a fourth individual da…

BSO deputy honored for life-saving actions after chopper crashed into Pompano Beach apartment building - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports

A Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy was honored for his brave actions after he witnessed a helicopter crash into an apartment building and he didn’t think twice about jumping into action to save innocent people’s lives. During a BSO award ceremony held Thursday in Davie, officials honored Deputy Michell Machado and showed never-before-seen body camera footage of the explosive emergency that almost took his life. “It reminds me not every day is pro…