Plane crash in Westchester County leaves 1 dead: What we know
One passenger has been confirmed dead following a small plane crash on Interstate 684 near Exit 2 in the town of Harrison, New York, according to New York State Police.
The plane crash occurred around 7 p.m. on Thursday. State troopers responded to reports of a downed aircraft on the interstate. “The preliminary investigation has determined there were two individuals on the plane, and one is confirmed deceased,” police said Thursday night. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
Road closures, traffic impact after plane crashes near Westchester airport
On Thursday night, I-684 stayed closed in both directions, with detours causing significant traffic delays in the areas of Armonk and White Plains. The road has since reopened.
Where did the plane crash in Westchester happen?
The crash site is near Exit 2 of I-684, which is the exit for Westchester County Airport. The aircraft went down on the median of the interstate at 6:58 p.m.
Deadly plane crash in Westchester: Aircraft information
The plane involved is believed to be a TECNAM P2008, a single-engine, two-seater aircraft. Scanner reports described it as a 2021 P-208 model.
Plane crash investigation ongoing
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.
Updates on road conditions, the cause of the crash, and the status of the second passenger will be shared as new information becomes available.
Contributingt: Lohud's Ashley Catherin Fontones and Frank Becerra Jr.