Tragedy struck over the weekend when a small plane crashed at a regional airport in London, resulting in the loss of four lives, as confirmed by UK police.
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The incident occurred around 4 PM on Saturday, shortly after the aircraft took off from London Southend Airport in southeast England, en route to the Netherlands.
Essex Police Chief Superintendent Morgan Cronin shared the heartbreaking update with reporters, stating, “Sadly, we can now confirm that all four people on board died.” He emphasized the importance of identification, noting, “We are working to officially confirm their identities. At this stage, we believe all four are foreign nationals.”
In light of the incident, he also announced that the airport will “remain closed until further notice.” Authorities took precautionary measures, evacuating a nearby golf club and rugby club to ensure public safety.
Eyewitness video footage revealed the dramatic scene, showing a 12-meter plane engulfed in flames, accompanied by a thick plume of black smoke above Southend-on-Sea.
According to reports from the BBC, the aircraft involved was identified as a Beechcraft B200. Situated approximately 65 kilometers east of London, Southend-on-Sea is home to the sixth largest airport in the capital’s vicinity.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the fragility of life, and our thoughts are with the families and friends of those who lost their lives.
Edited By Ali Musa
Axadle Times International–Monitoring
