MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Marion County deputies are investigating a fatal plane crash in a remote area that killed two people.
The crash happened late Saturday in a heavily wooded area between Citra and Orange Springs.
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Deputies said a small, private aircraft crashed, killing both occupants.
Rescue personnel from Marion County Fire Rescue responded to the scene along with deputies.
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According to a news release, detectives are continuing their investigation, along with the help of the MCSO Field Force.
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The FAA has been notified and is expected to respond to investigate the crash as well.
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