Four people are dead after two planes were involved in a mid-flight collision over southern Florida on Tuesday afternoon.
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Four people are dead after two planes were involved in a midair collision over Winter Haven, Florida on Tuesday afternoon.
In a news conference, the Chief of Staff for the Polk County Sheriff's Office, Steve Lester, said dispatchers received a 911 call around 2 p.m. informing first responders that two planes had collided in the air over Lake Hartridge in Winter Haven. The body of one of the four victims was located by first responders quickly after they arrived. The other three were found after a lengthy search by boat and by helicopter.Officials had not yet identified the fourth victim by Tuesday night.
"My heart goes out to the families and friends of those who were killed in today's crash. The NTSB and FAA will be investigating the cause and circumstances of the collision. Please keep the families in your prayers during this difficult and stressful time," said Sheriff Grady Judd.
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