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Emergency Response Underway Following Aircraft Crash Near Lancaster Airport
Dallas County, Texas — Emergency crews from the Lancaster Fire Department are responding to an aircraft crash that occurred Monday afternoon near the Lancaster Regional Airport.
At approximately 4:00 p.m., a Beechcraft King Air carrying three individuals crashed into a field near the 700 block of Ferris Road, between Texas Highway 342 and Interstate 45.
The location is near Pinto Road, close to the Lancaster Airport.
Authorities have confirmed that injuries have been reported, though the extent and severity of those injuries have not yet been released.
First responders, including fire and medical personnel, remain on scene providing aid and securing the area.
The cause of the crash remains unknown at this time.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed it is investigating the incident to determine what led to the crash.
Officials are urging members of the public to avoid the area to ensure that emergency operations can continue without interference.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Indiana Police Officer Ronnell Johnson Fatally Shot While Handling Personal Firearm at Marion Health Hospital
Authorities in Indiana are investigating the fatal shooting of a Marion Health Police Officer who died early Sunday morning after an accidental firearm discharge inside Marion Health Hospital in Grant County.
According to the Indiana State Police, the incident occurred at approximately 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 30, 2025, when 25-year-old Officer Ronnell J. Johnson, of Marion, Indiana, was discovered with an apparent gunshot wound. Officer Johnson was on duty at the time of the incident.
Initial findings from the ongoing investigation indicate that Officer Johnson was handling a personally-owned, non-department-issued handgun when the firearm discharged, striking him.
Details surrounding how the weapon was being handled and the moments leading up to the injury have not yet been fully clarified.
Emergency personnel from multiple agencies—including the Indiana State Police, Grant County Sheriff’s Office, Marion City Police Department, and Marion Health Police Department—responded immediately.
Hospital medical staff initiated life-saving measures; however, despite their efforts, Officer Johnson succumbed to his injuries.
He was later pronounced deceased by the Grant County Coroner’s Office.
Family notification has been completed, and an autopsy is scheduled as part of the ongoing investigation.
Officials emphasize that no additional details will be released until further evidence is reviewed.
Indiana State Police Detectives are leading the investigation at the request of the Marion City Police Department.
Multiple agencies assisted at the scene, including the Indiana State Police Peru Post and medical personnel from Marion Health Hospital.
The circumstances remain under active review.