Medevac Crash in Philly Leaves 7 Dead, Including Child Patient

A medevac plane crash in Philadelphia late Wednesday has tragically claimed seven lives, including six Mexican nationals onboard and one person on the ground. The aircraft, en route from Shriners Children’s Hospital, was carrying a young child who recently completed medical treatment, her mother, and four crew members.

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador confirmed the deaths of six Mexican citizens, while Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker called the incident a “devastating loss for all communities involved.” The crash site near Philadelphia International Airport drew emergency responders within minutes, but no survivors were found.

The flight highlights the critical role of medical transport services, which often operate under tight deadlines to save lives. Shriners Children’s Hospital, known for specialized pediatric care, has not yet released a statement. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash amid snowy weather conditions reported in the area.

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