A light aircraft crashed in a field near Aveley Road in Upminster, Essex, this afternoon, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The incident occurred close to a local aerodrome, though it has not yet been confirmed where the aircraft originated.
Police officers were alerted to the scene, where they were joined by teams from the London Ambulance Service and Essex Fire and Rescue Service. One male passenger was rescued from the wreckage and transported to the hospital. At this time, there has been no update on his condition.
The circumstances leading to the crash remain unclear, and authorities have not yet released any further details about the incident. Investigations are likely ongoing to determine the cause of the crash.
