Six presumed dead when small plane crashes into military homes in Murphy Canyon neighborhood

San Diego, CALocal News

A Cessna 550 crashed into military homes in Murphy Canyon, resulting in six presumed deaths. The incident occurred around 3:45 a. m. Thursday while the plane was attempting to land at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport amidst dense fog. Emergency responders are currently on-site, conducting searches for survivors and assessing the damage.

Authorities have not confirmed the identities of the victims, and the investigation will likely examine the factors contributing to the crash. This tragic event underscores the risks associated with aviation operations during poor weather conditions. Local officials are expected to review safety protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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