(Cupventi.com) – A tragic plane crash occurred near the city of São Paulo, Brazil, on Friday, leading to significant concern and swift action from local and federal authorities.
The incident involved a two-engine ATR 72 aircraft that crashed near a residential building in Vinhedo, a suburb outside São Paulo. The accident was first reported to military police at 1:28 p.m. local time.
While the cause of the crash remains unconfirmed, Brazil’s civil aviation agency has announced that they will be conducting a thorough investigation to determine what led to the disaster.
According to the São Paulo federal police, one resident sustained injuries as a result of the crash.
In a statement addressing the nation, Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva acknowledged the tragedy during an event on Friday, where he asked attendees to observe a minute of silence in honor of the victims.
Footage of the crash circulating online shows the aircraft spiraling out of control before crashing, resulting in a massive fireball upon impact.
Officials also confirmed that the Governor of São Paulo is returning from Vitoria to oversee the situation and provide necessary support to those affected. As the investigation continues, the nation mourns this devastating loss and awaits further details on the circumstances surrounding the crash.