BUTLER, Mo. (AP) — A plane crash in Missouri has left 12 people dead, according to authorities. The Missouri State Highway Patrol confirmed in a statement that troopers are on the scene, assisting the Butler Police Department and the Bates County Sheriff's Office.
Crash Details
The crash occurred near the Butler Memorial Airport. Butler is located approximately 65 miles south of Kansas City. Emergency responders, including police units, were dispatched to the scene overnight.
Investigation Underway
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is leading the investigation, with support from local agencies. The names of the victims have not yet been released pending notification of next of kin. The cause of the crash remains unknown at this time.
This tragedy adds to a series of aviation incidents in the region. Authorities urge the public to avoid the area as the investigation continues.
