Kenya plane crash: Six dead as jet smashes into home | World | News

A plane crash in the settlement area of Kenya, Kiambu district, caused at least six deaths and two injuries. The aircraft, a Cessna Citation XLS, belonged to Amref Flying Doctors, an organization that provides “fixed -wing air ambulance services” throughout Africa. The reason for the accident, which had four people at that time, is unknown.

The Kiambu District Commissioner confirmed that two doctors, two nurses and two members of the people were among the victims. Amref Flying Doctors CEO Stephen Gitau, “Currently, to determine the facts surrounding the situation, we cooperate with the relevant aviation officials and emergency intervention teams.

Cessna left the Wilson Airport in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya at 14:17, on the way to Somalia.

The Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) and the National Police Service were sent to the scene and are currently engaged in rescue operations.

Investigations about the accident are still ongoing.