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Singer Vince Neil Not Aboard Plane in Scottsdale Crash, Confirms Spokesperson
Scottsdale, AZ – A Learjet 35A, reportedly linked to Mötley Crüe’s Vince Neil, veered off the runway and collided with a parked Gulfstream 200 at Scottsdale Municipal Airport on Monday, February 10, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that the Learjet crashed after its main landing gear failed upon landing.
A source informed Channel2 NOW that Neil was not involved in the accident.
Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil was not on board the Learjet 35A that crashed at Scottsdale Municipal Airport on Monday, despite the aircraft being registered to his company, Chromed in Hollywood, Inc.
A spokesperson for Neil released a statement clarifying his absence and expressing his sympathies:
“Mr. Neil was not on the aircraft at the time of the incident. His thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this tragic accident. He is also deeply grateful for the swift and professional response of all first responders who provided critical aid today.”
According to Mötley Crüe’s manager, Allen Kovac, Neil’s girlfriend, Rain, and her friend, Ashley, were on the Learjet 35A when it crashed upon landing. Both women survived and were transported to the hospital for treatment. Rain reportedly sustained five broken ribs, while the dogs they were traveling with also survived.
Kovac confirmed that Neil is safe and extended the singer’s condolences to the families of those affected. He also stated that the band is currently discussing ways to support the victims’ families in the wake of the tragedy.
According to Scottsdale Fire Department Public Information Officer Dave Folio, five individuals were involved in the crash:
- One person was pronounced dead at the scene.
- Two individuals sustained critical injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital.
- One person suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital.
- One individual refused medical attention.
The Learjet 35A is registered to Chromed in Hollywood, Inc., a Wyoming-based company linked to Vince Neil. The Gulfstream 200, which was stationary at the time of the collision, is owned by Jet Pros, LLC, a private jet charter company based at Scottsdale Airpark.
Jet Pros Director of Operations Gus Toulatos released a statement expressing condolences:
“On behalf of Jet Pros, LLC, we are saddened to hear about the lives lost and those injured today at Scottsdale Airport. Our condolences go out to the families affected by this terrible accident. Our Gulfstream G-200 was parked on the ramp when it was hit by a Learjet 35. Fortunately, there were no injuries on board our aircraft, but external damage was sustained. We are fully cooperating with airport authorities and relevant agencies as they investigate the incident.”
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky also extended her sympathies:
“On behalf of the City of Scottsdale, we offer our deepest condolences to those involved in this tragic accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with those receiving treatment at our trauma center.”
The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are conducting a full investigation into the crash.
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Suspended Dearborn Ford worker Thomas Sabula received more than $320K after Trump flips him off
DEARBORN, Mich. — A suspended Ford Motor Company employee has become the focus of national attention after a confrontation with former President Donald Trump during a visit to a Dearborn assembly plant, prompting an outpouring of public support that has raised more than $324,000 for his family through an online fundraiser.
The worker, Thomas “TJ” Sabula, a 40-year-old United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 600 member, was placed on suspension pending an internal investigation following an exchange that occurred while Trump was touring the facility.
According to video later obtained and published by TMZ, an off-camera voice can be heard shouting “pedophile protector” at the former president, an apparent reference to the administration’s handling of documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
In the footage, Trump appears to mouth an expletive and make a hand gesture before walking away.
The Washington Post subsequently identified Sabula as the individual who made the remark.
In an interview with the newspaper, Sabula confirmed that he was suspended after the incident and said he believes the action amounts to political retaliation.
“As far as calling him out, definitely no regrets whatsoever,” Sabula told The Post. “But I am concerned about my job. I believe I’ve been targeted for political retribution for embarrassing him in front of his friends.”
Sabula, who describes himself as politically independent, said he has never voted for Trump, though he has supported Republican candidates in the past.
In the days following the incident, a GoFundMe campaign was launched to assist Sabula and his family during his suspension.
The campaign states that Sabula is “a father of two young children, a husband, and a proud UAW Local 600 line worker,” and that the funds will be used to help cover household and living expenses “during this time of uncertainty.” Donations quickly surged past $100,000, with notable contributions reportedly made by the rock band Dropkick Murphys.
Supporters have characterized Sabula’s actions as a form of protest and free expression, while others have questioned whether his conduct violated workplace policies.
Ford Motor Company and union representatives have not publicly released details regarding the status of the internal investigation or whether disciplinary action beyond the suspension is being considered.
Following his visit to the Dearborn plant, Trump went on to deliver remarks at the Detroit Economic Club, where he had last spoken in October 2024.
The incident continues to draw attention amid broader political debate, as questions remain about workplace discipline, free speech, and the role of political expression in employment settings.