– Family members killed in plane crash after Cooperstown baseball tournament
– Tragic plane crash claims lives of 5 family members returning from Cooperstown tournament.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
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Five family members tragically lost their lives in a devastating plane crash that occurred in Masonville, New York, just 50 miles south of Cooperstown. The incident took place on June 30, 2024, during a weekend when they were in Cooperstown for a baseball tournament.
The New York State Police received reports of a possible plane crash on Sunday afternoon, prompting a coordinated search effort involving multiple agencies. Debris from the crash and the aircraft, identified as a Piper Malibu Mirage, were located as a result of the search.
The passengers on board the ill-fated plane were all members of the same family from Georgia. The victims have been identified as Roger Beggs, 76, Laura VanEpps, 43, Ryan VanEpps, 42, James R. VanEpps, 12, and Harrison VanEpps, 10.
It was revealed that the family had departed from Alfred S. Nader Regional Airport in Oneonta, New York, with plans to refuel in West Virginia before reaching their final destination at Cobb County International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Investigation Underway
The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Collision Reconstruction Unit, and Forensic Identification Unit are working in conjunction with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) to determine the cause of the crash.
According to statements from the FAA regarding aviation accidents and incidents, the NTSB will take the lead in the investigation and provide updates as the inquiry progresses.
Cooperstown: A Baseball Haven
Located in New York, Cooperstown holds a special place in the hearts of baseball enthusiasts as the birthplace of the sport. Each summer, visitors from around the world flock to Cooperstown to celebrate their shared love for the game. The village is also home to the prestigious National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, as well as the Fenimore Art Museum.
This tragic incident has cast a shadow over the baseball community and serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family of the victims during this difficult time.
This article was originally published on TODAY.com
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