Breaking News: Four People Hospitalized After Single-Engine Plane Crashes on Las Vegas Boulevard Near Jean, Authorities Launch Investigation Into Cause of Incident
Las Vegas, Nevada — April 13, 2025
Emergency response teams rushed to the scene of a small plane crash on Sunday morning after a single-engine aircraft carrying four individuals went down on Las Vegas Boulevard, just north of Jean, Nevada. The incident has drawn swift attention from authorities and local media as the public awaits confirmation about the conditions of those on board.
According to officials from the Clark County Fire Department, the crash occurred shortly after 9:00 a.m., with witnesses reporting a loud impact and visible smoke rising from the wreckage. First responders arrived within minutes, working to assess the scene, secure the area, and render aid to any survivors.
At this time, officials have not released the identities or medical status of the four individuals who were onboard. Fire and rescue crews were seen using heavy equipment to access the damaged aircraft, which reportedly came to rest near the side of the road in a desert area just off the boulevard. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as emergency vehicles lined the highway and authorities worked to manage onlookers and passing traffic.
Clark County Fire Department spokesperson Captain Marcus Ballard said during a brief press conference, “Our priority is to assess and stabilize the victims, if possible, and determine the cause of the crash. We are working in close coordination with the FAA and NTSB, who have been notified and are en route to begin a full investigation.”
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, though early reports suggest the aircraft may have experienced mechanical failure shortly after takeoff. It is not yet known where the flight originated or its intended destination.
Local residents and travelers along Las Vegas Boulevard reported temporary road closures and heavy traffic in the area, as emergency responders continue to work the crash site. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area to allow crews to operate safely.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are expected to take over the investigation to determine the sequence of events that led to the crash, including examining the aircraft’s maintenance records, pilot credentials, and possible environmental factors.
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