Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Friday 11th April 2025 at 08:30hrs
The families of two men who tragically died in a light aircraft crash in Darley Moor on Tuesday, April 8th, have released photos of the pilot and passenger who sadly died.
The victims have been formally named as pilot Edward Browne, 66, and passenger James Litchfield, 64.
Both men were pronounced dead at the scene of the incident, which occurred at approximately 11:30 am.
Police confirmed the identities of the deceased today and shared photographs of Mr. Browne and Mr. Litchfield, expressing their condolences to the bereaved families during this incredibly difficult time.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the cause of the collision and are appealing to the public for any information that may assist their inquiries.
In particular, officers are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the crash. They are also urging anyone who was driving along the A515 near Darley Moor between 11:20 am and 11:40 am on Tuesday to check their dashcam footage for any potential recordings of a light aircraft in the vicinity.
Members of the public who believe they have any relevant information are asked to contact the police using the following methods, quoting the reference number 25*202822:
* Website: Crime reporting tools are available on the Derbyshire Constabulary website.
* Phone: Call Derbyshire Police directly on their non-emergency number.
* Crimestoppers: Anonymous reports can be made to the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
Meanwhile, the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has launched its own independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The community is left in mourning following this tragic incident, and the thoughts of the local authorities and emergency services remain with the families and friends of Mr. Browne and Mr. Litchfield.
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