Kobe Bryant Dies

Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash at the age of 41 together with four other people when the private helicopter he was traveling crashed and burst into flames Sunday morning. The conditions were foggy and it was said a loud engine sputtering was hear before the crash.

The LA County Sheriffs reports that flames were extinguished and are looking for survivors.

#Update Downed aircraft is a helicopter. Flames extinguished. #Malibu deputies at crash site looking for survivors, 4200 blk Las Virgenes Rd #Calabasas #LASD pic.twitter.com/eixLhGhLyE

— LA County Sheriffs (@LASDHQ) January 26, 2020

TMZ reported that Bryant died in the crash and they are pretty reliable on this front based on historical reporting.

His wife Vanessa was not with her and he is survived by his four daughters and wife.

Other outlets reporting and validating the authenticity of this news are the following:

Adrian Wojnarowski is legit and always reports credible news.

Kobe Bryant is among those dead in a helicopter crash outside Los Angeles, a source confirms to ESPN.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 26, 2020

Close to the action Los Angles Times — LA Times – Kobe Bryant, four others filled in helicopter crash in Calabas

CNN – Kobe Bryant dies at age 41 in helicopter crash in California

ESPN – Source: Kobe Bryant among dead in helicopter crash

Rest in Peace Kobe Bryant!