Apache helicopter brought down

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BAGHDAD (CNN) -- -- An Apache helicopter was brought down by ground fire west of Baghdad Sunday, a senior military source told CNN.

A rapid reaction force was immediately deployed after the incident, which happened around 11 a.m. (3 a.m. ET). There was no immediate word on casualties.

The AH-64 helicopter was with the 1st Cavalry. Apaches usually carry a two-person crew.

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