Two people have been killed after a small plane crashed on Catalina Island.
The two-seater aircraft, identified as a factory Sling, reportedly smashed into the south side of the island, on the opposite side to the city of Avalon, just after midday.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn said the two people on board were pronounced dead at the scene.
She said: “This is a tragedy and my heart goes out to the loved ones of those who lost their lives.
“I am grateful to our paramedics and Sheriff’s deputies who quickly reached this remote area and are handling this incident with professionalism and care.”
LAFD said: “DOWNED AIRCRAFT | #Catalina l At approx. 12:23 p.m., #LACoFD units responded to a report of an aircraft emergency.
“Upon arrival, crews found a crashed single engine plane with two fatalities.” The NTSB and FAA have launched investigations.
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