Tragedy struck on Monday as a Mexican Naval plane crashed in Galveston Bay, Texas, resulting in the death of four individuals. The plane was carrying a total of eight people, including two pilots and at least one pediatric burn patient.
Incident Overview
The crash occurred during the aircraft’s approach near Galveston, which is located approximately 50 miles southeast of Houston. The Mexican Navy has confirmed that search and rescue operations are currently in progress.
Response Efforts
Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen provided updates on the situation, stating that various units have been deployed to the scene:
- Dive team
- Crime scene unit
- Drone unit
- Police patrols
Additionally, troopers from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) are on site, awaiting the arrival of personnel from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Statements from Authorities
The Mexican Navy issued a statement detailing that “search and rescue protocols were immediately activated in coordination with local authorities.” This coordinated effort aims to ensure a comprehensive response to the tragic incident.
The situation is ongoing, and further updates will follow as more information becomes available. El-Balad continues to monitor developments regarding this unfortunate event.
