A small aircraft crashed at London Southend Airport, police stated Sunday.
In an announcement, Essex Police stated it was alerted simply earlier than 4 pm native time to the “critical incident” on the comparatively small airport, which is round 45 miles (72 kilometres) east of the capital.
Photos posted on social media present a plume of fireplace and black smoke emanating from the crash website. The aircraft concerned is alleged to be 12 metres (39 ft) lengthy.
No particulars on the place the aircraft was heading or how many individuals have been on board have been instantly disclosed.
“We’re working with all emergency providers on the scene now and that work will likely be ongoing for a number of hours,” Essex Police stated.
The native member of parliament, David Burton-Sampson, urged folks to remain away and let the emergency providers do their work.
“My ideas are with everybody concerned,” he stated.
Printed on July 13, 2025
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