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Crash reported in DeLand area near Molly Avenue

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Two people were injured after a small plane crashed near DeLand on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

Witnesses reported the plane crash near Molly Avenue around 3 p.m., deputies said.

According to a news release, both occupants of the plane were conscious and alert, but were taken to the hospital.

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Two people were injured this afternoon when a small plane crashed off Lake Molly Avenue near DeLand. The crash was reported by witnesses around 3 p.m. Both occupants were conscious & alert, but transported to an area hospital as trauma alerts. The FAA has been notified. pic.twitter.com/jdzMJilKVC

— Volusia Sheriff (@VolusiaSheriff) June 26, 2024

Deputies said the Federal Aviation Administration has been notified.

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