I have just been briefed by the Commissioner for Police on the tragic incident at Parafield this afternoon, where a small plane has crashed into a hangar.
Tragically, two people have lost their lives, and a number of others have been injured. My thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who have passed away, and with everyone affected by this devastating event.
I have been advised that the Australian Transport Safety Bureau has been informed and is mobilising a team to attend the site. The fire in the hangar has now been extinguished, and the airfield has been closed.
Emergency services remain on the scene and continue to respond with professionalism and urgency. I am being kept regularly updated as more information becomes available.
I want to sincerely thank our first responders, including South Australia Police, SA Ambulance and Metropolitan Fire Service, for their swift and courageous response under very difficult circumstances.
Authorities have asked the public to avoid the area around Parafield Airport, including Kings Road, while emergency operations continue.
