Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has confirmed that all six victims of the recent plane crash near Philadelphia were Mexican citizens. The tragic accident, which occurred when a small aircraft went down in a suburban area, has prompted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the flight.
According to officials, the victims were traveling on a private aircraft when it crashed, igniting a fire that spread to nearby structures. Emergency responders arrived quickly at the scene but were unable to save those on board. Authorities have not yet disclosed details about the passengers or the purpose of their flight.
The Mexican government is now coordinating with U.S. officials to assist in the repatriation of the victims’ remains and provide support to their families. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with aviation experts examining whether mechanical failure, weather conditions, or pilot error played a role in the fatal incident.
President López Obrador expressed condolences to the families of those lost in the crash and assured them that his administration would work closely with U.S. authorities throughout the investigation. Mexican consular officials have been deployed to assist relatives and provide necessary legal and logistical support.
As officials work to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy, both the U.S. and Mexican governments continue to monitor developments closely. Further updates are expected as investigators analyze flight data and other evidence to determine the cause of the crash.