– 8-year-old girl medical emergency SkyWest flight Chicago dies
– Young girl emergency SkyWest flight Chicago fatal incident.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
An 8-year-old girl from Missouri tragically passed away while on a SkyWest flight to Chicago on Thursday. The young girl, identified as Sydney Weston from Carl Junction, Missouri, became “ill and unresponsive” during the flight, which prompted an emergency landing in Peoria, Illinois.
Emergency Landing in Peoria
The flight, which originated from Joplin, Missouri, was en route to Chicago when Sydney’s condition deteriorated. Her family quickly alerted the flight crew, who responded by providing immediate assistance. Despite their efforts, Sydney was not breathing and had no pulse upon landing in Peoria.
Emergency services, including deputies and the Air National Guard, worked tirelessly to save Sydney’s life. Unfortunately, she was pronounced dead at a local hospital shortly after the landing.
Statement from SkyWest Airlines
In a statement to NBC News, SkyWest Airlines confirmed the incident involving flight 5121, operating as United Express. The airline expressed gratitude towards the crew members who acted swiftly to assist Sydney and the medical personnel who were on hand in Peoria.
Autopsy Scheduled
The Peoria County Coroner’s Office has scheduled an autopsy for Sydney Weston to determine the cause of her sudden passing. The young girl’s family has not yet provided a statement regarding the tragic event.
Condolences and Support
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Sydney Weston during this difficult time. The entire community is mourning the loss of a young life, and we extend our deepest condolences to those affected by this tragedy.
This article was originally published on NBCNews.com.
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8-year-old girl medical emergency SkyWest flight Chicago dies.
