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Mexican TV Presenter Debora Estrella Killed in Light Aircraft Crash in Nuevo León

Local officials confirmed two fatalities, with the cause yet to be determined.

Overview

  • The two-seater plane came down near the Mitras Industrial Estate by the Pesquería River in García, Nuevo León, according to the city’s mayor.
  • Authorities identified the victims as newsreader Debora Estrella, 43, and pilot Bryan Ballesteros.
  • Estrella had posted a photo of the Cessna on Instagram shortly before the flight as she prepared to begin flying lessons.
  • Unverified videos shared online appear to show the aircraft spiralling before impact, and a nearby helicopter pilot diverted to look for ways to help.
  • Civil Protection and the mayor reported two deaths at the scene, and no official findings on the cause have been released.