Small Plane Crash in Boca Raton Claims Three Lives
A tragic small plane crash occurred on Friday, April 11, in Boca Raton, Florida, resulting in the deaths of three passengers.
Victim Identification
The Boca Raton Police Department identified the victims as Robert Stark, 81, of Boca Raton; Stephen Stark, 54, of Delray Beach; and Brooke Stark, 17, of Delray Beach. The relationship between the three individuals has not been specified.
Investigation and Details
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that a Cessna 310 crashed into a roadway at around 10:20 a.m. local time. The plane was en route to Tallahassee International Airport before the crash. The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident.
Additional Casualty
A 24-year-old man, Pablo Tafur, was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries due to the fire and falling debris from the crash.
Community Response
Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer expressed condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened to confirm that a plane crash occurred earlier today within our community… Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic event.”
Background
The small plane crash occurred near Interstate 95 and Glades Road, with debris scattered on the roadway and neighboring train tracks. Witnesses described a loud rumble and were shocked by the incident. This incident comes just one day after a devastating helicopter crash in New York City.
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