Six people have died , after a helicopter crashed into New York's Hudson River, reports CBS News.

The accident occurred near Jersey City, not far from the Soul of Water sculpture.

According to the NYPD, there were three adults and three children on board the plane. All the bodies have been recovered, a source familiar with the situation told CBS.

Rescuers are gathering on both sides of the river. On the Manhattan side, the NYPD is mobilizing at West Side Highway and Spring Street. New York City Mayor Eric Adams was on the scene.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the helicopter that crashed was a Bell 206. It had taken off from Lower Manhattan, according to New York City Hall. 

The helicopter apparently broke up in mid-air and fell down. Debris is seen flying from the helicopter as it falls into the river. | BGNES