Thursday, September 3, 2015

2 injured after small plane crash lands on soccer field in Cresskill, NJ




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Posted September 3, 2015

by Andrea Cavallier


CRESSKILL, N.J. -- 


A single-engine plane crash landed into some trees at a soccer field behind the Cresskill Swim Club along the Hudson River in New Jersey, officials reported.

Two occupants were aboard the plane and are being transported to Hackensack University Medical Center with unknown injuries.

The U.S. Coast Guard has confirmed that the crash included the Coast Guard Auxiliary, who were doing a routine flight.

Officials say the pilot reported engine trouble to LaGuardia Airport while over the Hudson River and were heading to Teterboro Airport to land.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.