In a tragic incident near São Paulo, Brazil, an airliner operated by regional carrier Voepass crashed in the town of Vinhedo, killing all 62 people on board. Emergency crews have recovered the remains of at least 50 victims, including the pilot and co-pilot. Among the victims are four people with dual citizenship, including three Venezuelans and one Portuguese woman. The plane, an ATR 72 turboprop, was travelling from Cascavel to São Paulo when it crashed in a residential area in Vinhedo. Despite the devastation, no one on the ground was injured.
Authorities are working to identify the victims using various methods, including seat assignments and personal belongings. The black box of the aircraft is being analyzed to determine the cause of the crash. The plane reportedly stopped responding to calls and lost radar contact just minutes before plunging to the ground.
Videos of the crash shared on social media show the plane spiraling out of control and crashing into a cluster of trees, followed by a large plume of black smoke. Burning debris and at least one body were seen strewn across gardens in the residential area. The community is in mourning as the search and recovery efforts continue.
The tragic incident has shocked the nation and once again highlighted the risks associated with air travel. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time.
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