** 2 injured in small plane crash near Canyon Park

An experimental aircraft crashed near Canyon Park in Bothell on Tuesday evening, resulting in minor injuries to its two occupants. The aircraft was heading to Paine Field when it encountered engine failure, leading to a collision with high-tension power lines before crash-landing on 228th Street SE. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, and both individuals were taken to a nearby hospital, accompanied by a dog. Fortunately, no injuries were reported for anyone on the ground, as the plane crashed without hitting any vehicles or pedestrians. The Federal Aviation Administration has initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the engine failure and the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Traffic was affected in the area, leading to the closure of the 4200 block of 228th Street SE for several hours as investigators examined the site. This incident raises concerns about the safety of experimental aircraft operations in populated areas, prompting local authorities to review regulations governing such flights to prevent similar occurrences in the future.