Authorities have confirmed the tragic deaths of three individuals following a small plane crash in Nebraska, where the aircraft went down in the Platte River near Fremont.

Incident Overview

The crash occurred on Friday night as the small plane was navigating along the river. The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office reported that the aircraft subsequently crashed into the water.

Recovery efforts revealed that all three occupants onboard did not survive. While their identities are currently being held pending notification of next of kin, the Sheriff’s Office has expressed condolences to the families affected.

Investigation Details

The investigation into the incident has been taken over by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). At this time, the cause of the crash remains undetermined.

In light of the ongoing investigation, the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office has urged the public to steer clear of the crash site to facilitate recovery and investigative procedures.