Tragedy Strikes San Diego Six Feared Dead in Private Jet Crash

 

Tragedy Strikes San Diego: Six Feared Dead in Private Jet Crash

All six people on board are believed dead when a private jet crashed into the Murphy Canyon neighborhood of San Diego, California, early Thursday morning. Around four in the morning, the 1985 Cessna 550 Citation crashed into a residential house after colliding with power lines in heavy fog while trying to land at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport.

Victims Identified

Daniel Williams, the former drummer for the band The Devil Who Wore Prada, and Dave Shapiro, co-founder of Sound Talent Group, were among the dead. An excellent pilot, Shapiro was well-known for his love of flying and often posted about his experiences on social media. Williams, 39, had made a big impact on the music business and was one of the initial members of his band. Although their identities have not been made public, two additional Sound Talent Group employees were on board.

Impact on the Community

The Murphy Canyon community, the largest housing area owned by the U.S. Navy, sustained significant damage as a result of the collision. Jet fuel leaked across the streets, igniting several cars, and the impact ignited the house it hit. More than 100 people had to be evacuated, and at least ten homes were damaged. One person was hurt while fleeing through a window, while eight others on the ground were injured.

Investigation Underway

The event is being looked into by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). According to preliminary reports, Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport's severe fog and broken weather instruments made the plane's approach more difficult. The pilot tried to land at the original location after diverting to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. Before the incident, no distress signal was sent.

Community Response

Todd Gloria, the mayor of San Diego, thanked those who responded for responding quickly and offered prayers to the families of the deceased. The loss of Shapiro and Williams has also been noticed by the music world, with both fans and artists expressing sympathy. In a statement, Sound Talent Group extended its sorrow and sympathy to everyone impacted by the event.