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Flagstaff Today
By the People, for the People
Man Indicted for Alleged Murders of 2 Arizona Troopers
Terrell Storey faces murder and 58 other charges after police helicopter crash
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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A grand jury has indicted Terrell Storey, 50, on two counts of first-degree felony murder and 58 other felony charges in the deaths of Department of Public Safety trooper and paramedic Hunter Bennett and DPS helicopter pilot Robert Skankey. The officers were killed when their police helicopter crashed while assisting Flagstaff police in responding to an active shooter incident involving Storey.
Why it matters
The tragic incident highlights the dangers law enforcement officers face in the line of duty, as well as the complex challenges of responding to active shooter situations. It also raises questions about helicopter safety protocols and the use of force by police when confronting an armed suspect.
The details
Storey is accused of using a rifle to shoot at the police helicopter while jumping from rooftop to rooftop and exchanging gunfire with local police. The incident started around 8:30 p.m. on February 4th and continued for 2 hours before Storey was shot and arrested. In addition to the two officers killed, Storey also faces charges related to 25 other police officers and several residents of nearby homes.
- The incident began around 8:30 p.m. MST on February 4, 2026.
- The incident lasted for 2 hours before Storey was shot and arrested.
The players
Terrell Storey
A 50-year-old man indicted on two counts of first-degree felony murder and 58 other felony charges for his alleged role in the deaths of two Arizona state troopers.
Hunter Bennett
A Department of Public Safety trooper and paramedic who was killed when the police helicopter he was in crashed.
Robert Skankey
A Department of Public Safety helicopter pilot who was killed when the police helicopter he was piloting crashed.
Ammon Barker
The Coconino County attorney who stated the county is committed to pursuing the case with diligence and care.
What they’re saying
“Our hearts remain with the families of Hunter Bennett and Robert Skankey, and with all the families impacted by this incident.”
— Ammon Barker, Coconino County Attorney
“We are committed to pursuing this case with the diligence and care it requires.”
— Ammon Barker, Coconino County Attorney
What’s next
The judge will determine whether to allow Terrell Storey to be released on bail at a hearing on February 21st.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the immense risks and challenges law enforcement officers face when responding to active shooter situations, and the need for continued improvements in helicopter safety protocols and use-of-force policies to protect both officers and the public.
