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No injuries reported after plane crashes at North Little Rock Municipal Airport
North Little Rock emergency crews responded to a reported plane crash at the North Little Rock Municipal Airport on Thursday afternoon, according to officials with the North Little Rock Fire Department (NLRFD).
The call regarding the incident was received at approximately 4:10 p.m., prompting a swift response from fire and emergency personnel to the airport grounds.
According to NLRFD, two individuals were on board the aircraft at the time of the crash.
Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, and both occupants were safely accounted for at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding the type of aircraft involved or the circumstances leading up to the crash.
The cause of the incident remains under investigation, and federal aviation authorities are expected to review the case further.
As of now, there are no disruptions to surrounding areas, but officials are urging the public to avoid the airport vicinity while crews continue their on-site assessment.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. — Alabama State Troopers are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that claimed the life of a 63-year-old man Thursday evening in Walker County.
Authorities identified the victim as Roger D. Naramore, a resident of Nauvoo, Alabama.
The collision occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 5, approximately five miles north of Jasper.
According to Senior Trooper Gregory Corble, Naramore was operating a Suzuki VZ800 motorcycle when he collided with a Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by 32-year-old Kayla House.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene, but Naramore was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of his injuries.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.