LAFAYETTE PARISH — Three people were killed in a plane crash near Gloria Switch Road and La. Highway 93, according to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Sgt. Chris Cormier with the sheriff’s office said the plane crashed into a field after circling in the air.
LPSO gives update on fatal plane crash that killed three people
Cormier identified the plane as a Baron Beechcraft.
Cormier said investigators were waiting for the FAA to arrive.
Deputies urged drivers to stay away from the area.
This is a developing story. We will update as we learn more information.
KATC
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