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At least three passengers injured after plane crash in Pomona
A small plane crash in Pomona left three passengers injured, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
Incident Overview
At approximately 11:10 a.m., Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) units were dispatched to the scene of a single-engine aircraft emergency near 2700 Fairplex Drive.
Upon arrival, responders found a small plane that had crashed under undetermined circumstances.
The crash took place during the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) finals and racing was put on hold.
Injuries and Medical Response
Three passengers were aboard the aircraft at the time of the crash.
They sustained injuries ranging from moderate to severe.
Emergency medical teams treated the individuals at the scene before transporting them to nearby hospitals for further care.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the crash is under investigation by aviation authorities.
LACoFD and other local agencies are working to secure the crash site and gather evidence to determine what led to the incident.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the injured passengers or the specific details about the aircraft involved.
The public is advised to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
An adult male pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle early Saturday morning in north St. Louis County, according to authorities.
The St. Louis County Police Department, North County Precinct, reported that officers responded to a call for a motor vehicle crash at approximately 1:26 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the 9000 block of Lucas and Hunt Road.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male who had been struck by at least one vehicle while in the roadway.
The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. His identity has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.
Police stated that the driver involved remained on scene and is cooperating fully with the investigation.
A preliminary investigation indicates that the pedestrian was in the roadway at the time of the collision.
The incident remains under active investigation, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information related to this crash is urged to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210.
Those wishing to remain anonymous or be eligible for a possible reward may contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).