12-year-old girl among figure skaters killed in DC plane crash
RIVERDALE, Md. (WFLA) — A 12-year-old Maryland girl was among the figure skaters who were killed after an American Airlines jet and Army helicopter collided near Washington D.C. Wednesday night.
The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George's County confirmed that 12-year-old Olivia Ter was one of 64 people aboard the American Airlines flight. Rescue crews said Thursday there were no survivors.
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Ter was returning home from the U.S. Figure Skating National Development Camp in Wichita, Kansas.
Officials said she was one of only four elite youth skaters from the region who attended the training camp. The camp serves as a launchpad for athletes vying for a spot on Team USA in the world championships.
Ter trained at the Tucker Road Ice Rink in Prince George's County and was a beloved member of the figure skating community. Those who knew her said she excelled in figure skating programs and inspired others through her talent.
'The impact of Olivia's life will continue to resonate in our youth sports community, and she will be sorely missed,' said Bill Tyler, Director of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County.
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