A small plane crashed near a busy intersection in Lawrenceville, Georgia, on Tuesday evening, leaving people injured and triggering an emergency response and the closure of a major roadway, authorities said.
The crash was reported around 7:00 p.m. near Winder Highway and Bacchus Drive, less than 2 miles from Gwinnett County Airport. Gwinnett County police and emergency crews responded to the scene, with Hall County Sheriff’s Office deputies also assisting.
Winder Highway was shut down in both directions near BBS Way because of the crash, which involved injuries, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office. Officials did not immediately provide details about the injured or say whether anyone aboard the aircraft was hurt.
Authorities have not disclosed how many people were on the plane, what type of aircraft was involved or what caused it to go down.
Police said additional information would be released as it becomes available. The Hall County Sheriff’s Office said Winder Highway would remain closed until the crash scene was cleared.