5 die when New Mexico medical plane crashes

[Mrs Behavin]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A medical plane crashed overnight, killing all five on board, including a young girl en route to a hospital, authorities said. A search helicopter found the wreckage early Monday.
Tracy Smith and her daughter, 15-month-old Lily Smith, were among those killed, said Peter Olson, a spokesman for the state Department of Public Safety. Lily was the patient, but it’s unknown why she was being taken to a hospital.
Police have not released the identities of the 56-year-old pilot, a 44-year-old male nurse and a 40-year-old female paramedic, pending notification of next of kin, Olson said.
The area where the plane went down is marked by rugged, mountainous terrain. There were reports of nearby thunderstorms earlier in the evening, but it wasn’t known if weather was a factor in the crash. The cause of the crash was under investigation.

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[GraceAbounds]

Accidents like this always sadden me so. There are 5 families more than likely grieving the loss of a love one right now. I imagine it a blessing for the Mom and daughter to be able to 'go' together.

I once lived near Ruidoso. Beautiful area.