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a day ago
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Search Suspended for 6 People Killed in Small Plane Crash Off California, Coast Guard Says
The Coast Guard has announced that it has suspended its search for six people involved in a plane crash near the San Diego coast The agency said crews combed over 300 square miles for over 35 combined hours before the search was suspended Among those killed in the crash are a husband and wife, as well as a father and his three sonsThe search for six people involved in a plane crash off the coast near San Diego has been suspended. The Coast Guard announced the suspension of the search in a news release published on Tuesday, June 10. The Cessna 414 went down approximately three miles west of Point Loma, according to the Coast Guard, which 'searched over 300 square miles for over 35 combined hours' with its 'partner agencies.' The Coast Guard said watchstanders at the Joint Harbor Operations Center in San Diego were initially informed of the crash around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, June 8. The search was suspended at 10 a.m. local time on Tuesday. "The decision to suspend a search is never an easy one," said Lieutenant Commander Justin Brooks, a search and rescue mission coordinator at Coast Guard Sector San Diego, in a statement. He added, "We appreciate the work of our partners throughout the search efforts, and our hearts are with the loved ones of those involved in the crash." The pilot of the downed plane was identified by a family member as Landon Baldwin, from Pima, Ariz., according to Fox affiliate KSAZ and NBC affiliate KNSD. Kirsten Baldwin, another relative, confirmed that Landon's wife Torrie was on board. The husband and wife, who were both in their 20s, left behind two young children, KSAZ reported. A father and his three adult sons, also from Arizona, were also reportedly on the plane. 'I was deeply shocked,' Kristen told the station. 'I didn't want to believe it at first because it just didn't seem like it could happen to this couple who is so awesome that I knew.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. A witness previously told KNSD that he initially thought the plane was originally doing stunts in the air. "I saw him come down at an angle. He wasn't flying straight to the ground," said Tyson Wislofsky. "The next time he came out of the clouds, he went straight into the water. But after I saw this splash, about six seconds later, it was dead silent,' he continued. 'I knew that they went in the water, nose first, at a high speed.' But Landon's relative Kristen said the pilot "wouldn't prank to get close to the water, or do something adrenaline-seeking" and that she believed "something was incredibly wrong for that to have happened.' Read the original article on People
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2 days ago
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Pilot and His Wife Among 6 Dead After Plane Crashes Off San Diego Coast, Family Says
Six people died after a small plane crashed into the water off the coast of San Diego on Sunday, June 8 A family member has identified two of the victims as pilot Landon Baldwin and his wife Torrie 'I was deeply shocked,' Baldwin's relative saidSix people died after a small plane crashed off the California coast, including a pilot and his wife. On Sunday, June 8, a Cessna 414 crashed into the Pacific Ocean near San Diego at approximately 12:30 p.m. local time, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE. The plane took off from San Diego International Airport and was headed to Phoenix, Ariz., according to Flightaware. The initial FAA report says that the plane crashed 'under unknown circumstances" and that there were six fatalities. When reached for more information, the FAA directed PEOPLE to local authorities, who have not yet responded to a request for comment. In a press release shared that day, the United States Coast Guard confirmed they joined other agencies to search for six people after a plane crashed three miles west of Point Loma. The water below the debris field was approximately 200 feet. Following the crash, the pilot was identified by a family member as Landon Baldwin, from Pima, Ariz., according to Fox affiliate KSAZ and NBC affiliate KNSD. Relative Kirsten Baldwin also confirmed that Landon's wife Torrie was on board. Both in their 20s, the couple leaves behind two young children, according to KSAZ. A father and his three adult sons, also from Arizona, were also reportedly on the plane. 'I was deeply shocked,' Kristen told KSAZ. 'I didn't want to believe it at first because it just didn't seem like it could happen to this couple who is so awesome that I knew.' As for what happened, the relative said that Landon "wouldn't prank to get close to the water, or do something adrenaline-seeking" and that she believed "something was incredibly wrong for that to have happened.' Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In his final moments, Landon told air traffic controllers that the plane was having a hard time climbing, according to audio reviewed by KNSD. The pilot told the controller he was only about 1,000 feet in the air, which prompted him to urge Landon to ascend to 4,000 feet. Landon was also unable to see the U.S. naval airport on Coronado Island, where the controller advised him to land. Not long after, Landon repeatedly sent out a Mayday call before losing contact, KNSD reported. A witness previously told KNSD that he initially thought the plane was originally doing stunts in the air. "I saw him come down at an angle. He wasn't flying straight to the ground," said Tyson Wislofsky. "The next time he came out of the clouds, he went straight into the water. But after I saw this splash, about six seconds later, it was dead silent,' he continued. 'I knew that they went in the water, nose first, at a high speed." The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are continuing to investigate the incident. Read the original article on People
Toronto Sun
6 days ago
- Toronto Sun
White belt student awarded $56M after being paralyzed by jiu-jitsu instructor
White belt student awarded $56M after being paralyzed by jiu-jitsu instructor A beginner jiu-jitsu student in California was awarded $56 million ($77 million CDN) after being paralyzed by his black belt instructor during a sparring session. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Jack Greener, 30, a white belt, had been sparring with Francisco Iturralde, 33, during a Brazilian jiu-jitsu session in Del Mar, California, when he suffered the devastating spinal cord injury, KNSD reported. Try refreshing your browser, or White belt student awarded $56M after being paralyzed by jiu-jitsu instructor Try refreshing your browser, or Article content The incident took place on Nov. 29, 2018, at Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club, when the two men were paired up. Iturralde, a second-degree black belt, put his entire weight on Greener in a position that crushed the student's cervical vertebrae, rendering him a paraplegic. Greener was hospitalized for several months and suffered multiple strokes among a series of other ailments, according to his attorneys. The injured man was weeks away from graduating from college and was set to start a career as a professional surf instructor when he was paralyzed.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Yahoo
Woman's body found in trunk of kidnapping suspect's car in SoCal police pursuit
A police pursuit in El Cajon this week turned into a homicide investigation after police arrested the driver and found a woman's body in the trunk. El Cajon Police responded to reports of a possible kidnapping shortly before 5 p.m. Monday in the San Diego County city. The caller reported the suspected kidnapper was driving a black Hyundai Sonata, police announced in a news release. Officers found the vehicle near the intersection of Madison and Magnolia avenues. The driver sped away when officers tried to pull him over, starting a car chase that began and ended in El Cajon after making a circle through Spring Valley. The driver hit two other vehicles during the pursuit, police said. No one was injured in the collisions, and the driver was taken into custody after officers used a stun gun. When officers searched the vehicle, they found a woman's body in the trunk, according to the El Cajon Police Department. There was no immediate information about a cause of death. Police have not released the driver's name. News station KNSD reports the woman was 51 years old, and witnesses said the pursuit started at a Motel 6 in El Cajon. "I just heard yelling," Ian Forbes, a guest at the motel, told the news station. "I didn't know what was going on." Anyone with information about the case can call El Cajon Police at (619) 579-3311 or submit an anonymous tip at Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
26-02-2025
- Los Angeles Times
Woman's body found in trunk of kidnapping suspect's car in SoCal police pursuit
A police pursuit in El Cajon this week turned into a homicide investigation after police arrested the driver and found a woman's body in the trunk. El Cajon Police responded to reports of a possible kidnapping shortly before 5 p.m. Monday in the San Diego County city. The caller reported the suspected kidnapper was driving a black Hyundai Sonata, police announced in a news release. Officers found the vehicle near the intersection of Madison and Magnolia avenues. The driver sped away when officers tried to pull him over, starting a car chase that began and ended in El Cajon after making a circle through Spring Valley. The driver hit two other vehicles during the pursuit, police said. No one was injured in the collisions, and the driver was taken into custody after officers used a stun gun. When officers searched the vehicle, they found a woman's body in the trunk, according to the El Cajon Police Department. There was no immediate information about a cause of death. Police have not released the driver's name. News station KNSD reports the woman was 51 years old, and witnesses said the pursuit started at a Motel 6 in El Cajon. 'I just heard yelling,' Ian Forbes, a guest at the motel, told the news station. 'I didn't know what was going on.' Anyone with information about the case can call El Cajon Police at (619) 579-3311 or submit an anonymous tip at
