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33-year-old Elizabeth Anne Keys died on her birthday in Washington D.C. Plane Crash
Elizabeth Anne Keys, a 33-year-old attorney from Cincinnati, Ohio, has been identified as one of the victims of the tragic midair collision near Reagan National Airport on Wednesday night.
Born in Cincinnati on January 29, 1992, Keys was a valedictorian graduate of Madeira High School in 2010.
She went on to Tufts University, where she graduated in 2014, having spent four years as a dedicated member of the varsity sailing team.
Her passion for law led her to earn a degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 2020.
Her mother described her as someone who lived a rich and fulfilling life, surrounded by cherished family and friends.
“Elizabeth was known for her warmth and generosity. She had an incredible sense of humor, a sharp wit that she appreciated in others, and a presence that made every gathering brighter,” her mother shared.
Reflecting on her loss, she added: “Words cannot express how deeply Elizabeth—my Bitsy—will be missed. We are filled with unbearable sorrow and despair at our loss.”
Keys was among the 60 passengers and four crew members aboard American Airlines Flight 5342, which collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River while approaching Reagan National Airport.
Officials have confirmed that there were no survivors.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.