Small Plane Crashes Near Paddy’s Pond, Two People Reported Injured

PADDY’S POND, N.L. — Emergency crews responded to a small plane crash near Paddy’s Pond Saturday evening, August 22, after reports of an in-flight emergency in the area.

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department, Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) and RCMP responded to the area near the Paddy’s Pond overpass at approximately 7:35 p.m.

Authorities initially reported an in-flight emergency over Paddy’s Pond before confirming that a small aircraft had crashed.

Two People Reported Injured

At approximately 8:35 p.m., officials confirmed that the incident involved a small plane and that two people sustained what appeared to be minor injuries.

The condition of those involved was not immediately detailed beyond the initial assessment.

Emergency personnel remained at the scene as authorities worked to assess the situation and determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Highway Closure

The incident also affected traffic along the Trans-Canada Highway.

Westbound lanes near Western Pond were closed around 8 p.m. while emergency crews responded to the scene.

The westbound lanes were later reopened at approximately 8:30 p.m., allowing traffic to resume.

The circumstances that led to the aircraft’s crash remain under investigation. Further information about the aircraft, those aboard and the cause of the incident is expected as authorities continue their investigation.

This is a developing story. More details will be provided as they are confirmed by officials.