Tragic Plane Crash in San Diego Neighborhood Leaves Multiple Dead
A small plane crashed into a military housing neighborhood in San Diego, resulting in a growing number of casualties. Initial reports suggest that six people aboard the private jet are presumed dead. The crash ignited fires in the area, destroying homes and vehicles. Among the deceased is Dave Shapiro, a well-known music agent, and a drummer who were highlighted as victims. Eyewitness accounts detail a chaotic scene, with flames engulfing the neighborhood immediately following the crash. Authorities indicated that weather instruments at Montgomery Field Airport were malfunctioning at the time of the incident. The community is grappling with the loss, with many residents sharing harrowing stories of survival in the wake of this tragedy.
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