UPS Plane Crashes Near Louisville Airport
A UPS plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Louisville International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday, resulting in at least 12 fatalities and more than a dozen injuries, officials reported.
Casualties and Search Efforts
The death toll has risen multiple times, with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg warning that it may increase further as several individuals remain unaccounted for. As of Wednesday night, at least 14 people were believed to be missing, according to the governor's office.
“There were a handful of other people that we're still searching for,” said Governor Andy Beshear during a Wednesday afternoon news briefing.
Beshear also mentioned that one of the victims is believed to be a young child and stated, “We do not expect to find anyone else alive.”
Investigation and Recovery
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the crash. As of Wednesday afternoon, the NTSB confirmed it recovered the plane's black boxes, which record crucial flight data.
Additional Details
- The plane was carrying three UPS crew members, but officials had not confirmed whether they were among the deceased.
- None of the victims had been identified by Wednesday afternoon.
- The Jefferson County Coroner is on site to assist with victim identification.
- Governor Beshear declared a state of emergency on Wednesday.
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg stated, “The Jefferson County Coroner has been at the scene and will make identifications.”
Summary: A UPS plane crash near Louisville has caused multiple fatalities and missing persons, with emergency efforts ongoing and authorities investigating the cause.