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Two Critically Injured After Plane Crashes Near Rio Linda in North Sacramento

Authorities have released few details about the aircraft or cause as the investigation begins.

Overview

  • Sacramento Fire says crews responded around 12:30 p.m. to a crash near Claire Avenue and Rio Linda Boulevard, west of Sacramento McClellan Airport.
  • Officials confirmed two male victims in critical condition following the crash.
  • Firefighters extricated at least one person from the aircraft, provided on-scene care, and transported both patients to a hospital.
  • Local reports noted fuel leaking from the plane and light smoke at the scene, details that have not been formally confirmed by investigators.
  • Officials have not released the aircraft type or any information on what caused the crash, and coverage remains developing.