Two men tragically lost their lives in a light aircraft crash in North Yorkshire this morning. The incident occurred in rural Thorganby, Selby, around 9.50 am on Sunday. The pilot and a passenger, both in their 20s, were on board the two-seater plane at the time of the crash.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, with multiple ambulances, fire engines, and police vehicles present near the crash site. Despite their efforts, no other injuries were reported. The families of the two men have been notified, but formal identification is still pending.
Thorganby, where the aircraft came down, is a small village with less than 400 residents, located about a 20-minute drive southeast of York. An air ambulance landed nearby to assist, while authorities closed off public footpaths with police tape.
The North Yorkshire Police released a statement confirming the tragic incident. They mentioned that the Air Accident Investigation Branch is collaborating with them to conduct a thorough investigation into the crash. As of now, some road closures are still in effect as emergency services work at the scene.
This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the risks involved in aviation, even with light aircraft. The loss of two young lives has undoubtedly left a profound impact on the community and their loved ones. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time.
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