The aftermath of a tragic medevac jet crash in Philadelphia continues to unfold, with five people still in the hospital as of Sunday. The incident occurred late Friday night when the aircraft plunged into a residential area, killing seven people and injuring dozens.
The medevac was transporting a young patient and her mother when it went down. All six passengers on board, including the child and her mother, lost their lives. One person in a nearby car also died in the crash. At least 22 people on the ground were hurt, with three reported in critical condition.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker shared updates on the situation, noting that at least 11 homes were severely damaged. Shelter has been set up at a local high school for those displaced by the disaster.
Investigators are still piecing together what caused the crash, which has left the community in shock. This is a developing story as more details emerge.
Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
This is a developing story.