Two killed after light aircraft crashes into field near Shifnal
Two people have died after a light aircraft crashed into a field near Shifnal.
Emergency services were called to the scene close to Shaw Lane at 4.59pm on Sunday.
Two people were on board the aircraft, the pilot and a passenger, they were both sadly pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has been informed and is deploying a team of investigators.
Superintendent Kevin Purcell said: "This is a very sad incident in which two people have tragically lost their lives, we are making sure specially trained officers are making contact with their next of kin and giving them all the support they need.
"We have been working closely with our colleagues from the other emergency services at the scene to make the area safe and ensure the resulting investigation can proceed."
Police, Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service and West Midlands Ambulance Service attended.
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