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The Clearwater Police Department Releases Names of Victims in Clearwater, Florida Plane Crash

Introduction

The Clearwater Police Department has announced the names of the three victims who lost their lives in a tragic plane crash in Clearwater, Florida earlier this week. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is now beginning its investigation into the cause of the crash.

Victims identified

The victims have been identified as Jemin Patel, 54, a Melbourne Beach resident who was the pilot of the single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza V35; Mary Ellen Pender, 54, a resident of Treasure Island who was visiting the mobile home at the time of the crash; and Martha Parry, 86, a resident of the mobile home where the plane crashed.

Plane Crash Details

The Clearwater Fire & Rescue Department reported that the small plane crashed into a mobile home park called Bayside Waters, formerly known as Japanese Gardens, south of Clearwater Mall at approximately 7 p.m. on Thursday. The impact caused four mobile homes to catch fire, with one being directly hit by the plane. Multiple firefighting units from different jurisdictions rushed to the scene to contain the flames.

Initial Findings

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a preliminary incident report on Friday, stating that the pilot and two individuals on the ground were killed in the crash. The FAA confirmed that the pilot was the only person aboard the aircraft. Clearwater Fire & Rescue, in a press release, stated that “three victims have been found deceased following Thursday night’s plane crash – two inside the mobile home and one inside the plane.” Fortunately, most of the individuals who were inside the mobile home had already left prior to the crash.

Investigation and Recovery

The Clearwater Police Department will remain at the scene until Saturday, when the wreckage is scheduled to be removed by the NTSB. The NTSB will take charge of the investigation and will thoroughly examine the pilot, the plane, and the operating environment to determine the cause of the crash. Their investigation will involve reviewing flight track data, air traffic control communications, aircraft maintenance records, weather forecasts, the pilot’s license and experience, witness statements, and any available surveillance video.

NTSB Investigation Process

An investigator from the NTSB arrived at the crash site on Friday morning to document and examine the plane. The aircraft will then be transported to a secure facility for further evaluation. According to local news station WTSP, the NTSB aims to complete their investigation within 30 days, with the final report on the crash’s cause expected to be released within one to two years.

Appeal for Information

The NTSB is urging anyone with information or video footage of the crash to contact their investigators at witness@ntsb.gov. Cooperation and assistance from witnesses can greatly contribute to the thoroughness and accuracy of the investigation.

Conclusion

The Clearwater Police Department extends its condolences to the families of the three victims and emphasizes that this tragic incident could have been even more devastating. As the investigation continues, authorities will work diligently to determine the cause of the plane crash in Clearwater, Florida.

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