5 People Killed in Brutal Airplane Crash on Catalina Island [Los Angeles, CA]

5 Dead in Los Angeles Plane Accident on Catalina Island

LOS ANGELES, CA (October 10, 2024) – Tuesday night, 5 people died in a brutal airplane crash on Catalina Island.

Reports said that the incident involving a twin-engine Beechcraft 95 airplane occurred around 8:00 p.m. on Catalina Island.

The Federal Aviation Administration reported a plane crashed shortly after departing Catalina Airport in Avalon. Meanwhile, the Avalon Sheriff’s Station received a 911 SOS alert from a cellular device, indicating that the phone had been involved in a crash and that people were possibly injured. The alert included GPS coordinates to assist responders.

Moreover, the wreckage was discovered about a mile west of Catalina Airport, where five deceased adults were found. Records indicate the aircraft had departed from Santa Monica Airport earlier that day around 5:45 p.m.

The National Weather Service confirmed no dense fog advisories at the time. The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash. Due to the difficult terrain, the scene will remain secured until the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner and the Sheriff’s Department Emergency Services Detail arrive. 

The National Transportation Safety Board will be investigating with the FAA.

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We express our deepest condolences to the family of the victims.

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What Families Can Do After the Brutal Airplane Crash on Catalina Island

In the case of the plane crash in California, the victim’s family must become aware of their rights under the law. This means that there may be a right to file a lawsuit against the person or company responsible for the loss of their loved one.

Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family with the space to heal. At the same time, ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one.

“Our firm works tirelessly to ensure that the people we work for are granted the highest restitution possible. Although nothing can bring back those dearly departed, we strive to secure the future of our clients, protecting them from further losses,” explains Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers.

We understand that the aftermath of losing a loved one can be extremely confusing and traumatizing. However, our office has devoted many hours to providing the best representation to our clients. We make sure that bereaved families will get what they rightfully deserve. Therefore, if you have lost a loved one in an accident caused by the negligence of another party, do not hesitate to contact Sweet Lawyers today. We offer free and confidential consultations. Please call us at (800) 674 7852.