JAMUL, Calif. (KGTV) — An investigation is underway after a small aircraft crashed in east San Diego County and claimed a person's life Tuesday afternoon.
According to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, the crash was reported around 12:40 p.m. on Lyons Valley Road near Jamul. When authorities arrived at the scene, they found debris from the aircraft scattered around and human remains.
Cal Fire says the plane flew out of Gillispie Field in El Cajon with one person aboard and they confirmed that the individual has not returned.
Cal Fire, San Diego County Sheriff’s Office, and the FAA have responded to the scene to gather more information. There is no word on any injuries or deaths at this time.
The FAA says their agency and the National Transportation Safety Board will look into the crash with the NTSB leading the investigation.
This developing story will be updated as more information becomes available.
