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AUSTRALIA: 5 feared dead as plane crashes into shopping mall
Tragedy struck in the Australian city of Melbourne when a light plane carrying five passengers crashed into a shopping mall with all aboard the flight believed to be dead.
Reports say moments before the crash, the light plane pilot reported engine failure on his approach to Essendon airport, but the pilot couldn’t navigate his way safely to the airport as the plane crashed about 45 minutes before the Direct Factory Outlet mall in suburban Essendon was to open.
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According to Police Minister Lisa Neville, the five victims were believed to be US citizens but the US embassy to Australia would not comment on their nationality, only saying it was working with local authorities.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of all those who died in today’s tragic crash,” an embassy statement said.
“We are unable to confirm any details about the nationality or identity of any of the victims. The US embassy in Canberra and the consulate in Melbourne are working closely with local authorities to assist in any way possible,” it said.
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