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Thursday, July 19, 2012

MARYLAND STATE POLICE ON SCENE OF A PLANE CRASH IN WORCESTER COUNTY

(Berlin, MD) – Maryland State Police are on the scene of a plane crash at Bunting Airport in Worcester County, which has claimed the life of one individual.

The victim is identified as the pilot and is believed to be the sole occupant of the plane at the time of the crash. The pilot’s identity will not be released pending notification of the next of kin. The plane is identified as a Piper Super Cub.

At approximately 10:50 a.m. today, troopers from the Berlin Barrack responded to Bunting Airport on Carey Road, in Berlin, Maryland, after receiving 9-1-1 calls reporting the crash. Witnesses reported the plane appeared to be having engine trouble after dropping an advertising banner. Witnesses also informed police that the aircraft’s wing appeared to have struck a large tree before crashing to the ground.

State Police have notified officials with the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration. The investigation continues…

1 comment:

  1. Rest in Peace Garrett and may god be with your wife and Mom and Dad

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