President Joe Biden sends condolences following helicopter crash that killed two soldiers and a Border Patrol agent

Update: President Joe Biden has released a statement following the news of the helicopter crash that killed two National Guardsmen and one Border Patrol Agent.

The President wrote, "Yesterday, Jill and I learned of the tragic deaths of two National Guardsmen and one U.S. Border Patrol agent whose helicopter crashed while they were conducting routine operations near Rio Grande City, Texas. A third Guardsman was badly injured in the crash and is hospitalized. 
 
These brave Americans dedicated their lives to protecting our nation. They signed up knowing the risks and believing in the mission of serving their fellow Americans by keeping our nation safe. Our gratitude is profound, and their sacrifice will never be forgotten. 
 
We extend our deepest condolences to their families and loved ones, as well as their colleagues in the National Guard and U.S. Border Patrol. We pray for the injured Guardsman’s swift recovery.
 
As we investigate the circumstances of this crash, we continue to stand with our service members, border agents, and their families, whose contributions to our nation are vital to our security."

STARR COUNTY, Texas (KVIA) -- Two people were killed and a third person was injured in a helicopter crash near the U.S.-Mexico border Friday evening, a defense official with knowledge of the investigation told ABC News.

Starr County Sheriff said its deputies were currently assisting with a downed helicopter incident on the East side of La Grulla, Texas, involving possibly four occupants.

The copter was National Guard Lakota UH-72, according to the defense official.

Texas's Dept. of Public Safety was also assisting with the investigation.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.