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What really happened to Extortion 17? New film probes 2011 helicopter crash that killed Navy SEALs

Today is the 14 year anniversary of the crashing of Extortion 17."On 6 August 2011, a U.S. Boeing CH-47 Chinook military helicopter, Call Sign "Extortion 17," was shot down while transporting a quick reaction force attempting to reinforce an engaged unit of Army Rangers in Wardak province, west of Kabul, Afghanistan. The resulting crash killed all 38 people on board—25 American special operations personnel, five United States Army National Guard and Army Reserve crewmen, seven Afghan commandos,

Extortion 17 Memorial Ride honors local heroes

This year marks the 14th memorial for the Extortion 17 loss. Please join us this Saturday, 02 Aug 25, as we honor the fallen during the 14th Annual Extortion 17 Honor and Remember Memorial Ride. There is no fee for the ride, but a waiver will be required. Also, Southside Harley-Davidson donated the work to get Jason Workman's 2005 Fat Boy running for this ride. Jason was one of those lost in the crash. There will also be a moment of silence for VBPD Officers Girvin and Reese. If you can't attend