Brothers accused of shooting at Phoenix police helicopter
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By Alexis Cortez
Published on March 17, 2026.
Two brothers, Burtron Smith, and Duane Bryant, are accused of firing shots at a Phoenix police helicopter. The incident occurred at the Escala Apartments near 37th and Van Buren streets early Monday morning. Police say Smith fired one shot at the chopper before handing the rifle to Bryant, who then fired multiple shots at it. The helicopter was grounded for a safety inspection, but it's unclear if it was hit by the gunfire. Both men were arrested on multiple counts of aggravated assault, discharging a firearm in city limits, misconduct involving weapons, and discharging firearms at a non-residence.
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