PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A Learjet 60 crashed near Military Trail and 10th Avenue North on Sunday afternoon, killing all nine occupants.
The jet, which took off from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas, was en route to North Eleuthera Airport in the Bahamas, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The crash created a significant crater on the roadway, but no injuries were reported among residents in the vicinity.
Authorities stated the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation, with support from the FAA. The cause of the crash remains undetermined, and an update is scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday in West Palm Beach.
Emergency responders evacuated around 600 residents from a nearby mobile home community to the Greenacres Community Center at 501 Swain Blvd. John I. Leonard High School has also been closed as crews continue their work.
Military Trail is closed between Cresthaven Boulevard and 10th Avenue North. Officials noted that this closure could persist for several weeks as investigators assess the scene and the damaged roadway.
Local businesses are affected, with Señor Lechón reporting disruption to their operations but confirming that staff and customers were unharmed. A memorial Mass for the victims is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery in Royal Palm Beach.
Authorities have not released the identities of the deceased as of Monday morning.
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow.