Three Dead After Small Plane Crashes Into a Nebraska River

• Three dead after small plane crashes into a river in Nebraska.
• As reported by CBS.
• Here are the details.

A tragic aviation accident on Friday night left three people dead after a small plane crashed into the Platte River, near Fremont, in eastern Nebraska.

This was confirmed by the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office in a statement released on Saturday.

According to authorities, the small aircraft was flying over the Platte River area, south of Fremont, when—for reasons still unknown—it lost control and ended up crashing into the water.

Rescue units were immediately dispatched to the site, but unfortunately, the three occupants of the aircraft were found dead.

Three dead after small plane crashes into a river in Nebraska

BREAKING: Three people dead, after a small airplane crashed into a river in eastern Nebraska. The NTSB confirmed that it is investigating the crash.

Sgt. Brie Frank: «The plane was travelling along the Platte River and crashed into the water south of Fremont12, at 8:15 p.m.» pic.twitter.com/s0yiotvuoo

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The bodies were recovered from the crash site.

Authorities stated that the identities of the victims will be released once their families have been officially notified.

“All three occupants of the plane have been recovered and confirmed deceased.”

This was stated by the Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities continue investigating

Three people died when a small airplane crashed into a river in eastern Nebraska Friday night, authorities said. https://t.co/hqkxy2myck

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have taken over the investigation to determine what caused the plane crash.

At this time, it has not been disclosed whether technical problems, human error, or adverse weather conditions played a role in the accident.

Both agencies, along with local police, are examining the remains of the aircraft and collecting evidence at the scene.

They will also review the aircraft’s communications, the pilot’s history, and the corresponding flight plan.

The crash causes shock

A small airplane crashed into a river in eastern Nebraska in the United States, authorities said. The bodies of three people were recovered from the tragic scene. #DAILYEXPRESS https://t.co/lefopxommp pic.twitter.com/eye35zlvku

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The Sheriff’s Office has asked the public to stay away from the crash site while investigative and recovery efforts continue.

The area has been cordoned off to allow experts to carry out their work.

The plane accident has caused shock among the residents of Fremont and surrounding areas.

Authorities have expressed their condolences to the victims’ families and assured the public that every effort will be made to clarify the circumstances of this tragic event.

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