At least four people were killed in a plane crash this Friday just outside of Denver, Colorado.
The preliminary report from the Federal Aviation Administration states the accident occurred around 12:20 a.m. near Steamboat Springs. Four people were found dead at the scene of the crash. The Routt County Sheriff said the coroner was identifying the victims.
According to 9News, the Epic Aircraft E1000 took off from Nashville and stopped in Kansas City before making its way to Colorado.
"Plane appeared to be on final approach into the Steamboat Airport (SBS). 10 mile visibility reported at the time of crash, but there was likely light snow around crash site," Chris Bianchi of 9News said.
The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate this accident.
"An NTSB investigator is expected to arrive at the scene on Friday afternoon," 9News reported. "Their investigation will focus on three main areas: the pilot, the aircraft, and the operating environment. A preliminary report is expected in about 30 days."
Our thoughts are with the victims' loved ones.