UPS Plane Crash Near Louisville Airport
At least 12 people lost their lives after a UPS plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, officials confirmed. The number of fatalities is expected to rise as several people remain missing.
Details on Victims and Search Efforts
The plane was carrying three UPS crew members, though it has not been confirmed if they were among the deceased. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear stated there were "a handful of other people that we're still searching for," and noted that one victim is believed to be a young child.
"We do not expect to find anyone else alive."
Investigation Underway
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation and successfully recovered the plane's black boxes, which record flight data.
Authority Responses
- Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency on Wednesday.
- Jefferson County Coroner is at the crash site to identify victims.
- Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg cautioned that the death toll could increase, with at least 14 people reported missing as of Wednesday night.
"The death toll rose several times Wednesday... the number was expected to increase as several people remain unaccounted for."
Officials have not yet identified any of the victims publicly.
Summary: A tragic UPS plane crash near Louisville airport has resulted in multiple confirmed deaths, with ongoing search efforts and a formal investigation underway.
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