Fatal Plane Crash in Lafayette, Louisiana: Three Dead in Baron Beechcraft Incident

On Tuesday morning, a small twin-engine plane crashed in Lafayette Parish, tragically claiming the lives of three individuals. The incident sparked an extensive inquiry by federal aviation officials. Sgt. Chris Cormier from the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office revealed that the crash happened around 11:00 a.m. near a Family Dollar store off Gloria Switch Road and Louisiana Highway 93, in a grassy field near Carencro. Eyewitnesses noted the plane was flying at an unusually low altitude before going down near a local roundabout. While withholding details about the victims out of respect for their families, Sgt. Cormier confirmed that the aircraft involved was a Baron Beechcraft, a popular twin-propeller model often used for private or business trips. The crash site has been secured by deputies, with ongoing presence from emergency response teams. Authorities are awaiting the arrival of FAA investigators to take charge of the inquiry. Initial reports suggest that the plane had taken off from Lafayette Regional Airport before the accident. Sgt. Cormier stressed that the main objective for the local law enforcement was to maintain the site until federal agencies could lead the investigation process. Both the FAA and NTSB will be spearheading efforts to determine the cause of the tragedy. Access to Gloria Switch Road has been restricted, as law enforcement officers manage traffic flow due to the ongoing investigation. The area will remain closed off throughout the day, with support from enforcement and FAA personnel continuing into the evening. The community has been advised to avoid speculation while the authorities notify the families of the deceased. Further updates are anticipated from the FAA as their investigation progresses. For more breaking news and updates, tune in to Times Now for live coverage on US and global headlines.