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At least 5 die in Mexican navy plane crash near Galveston, Texas

SUMMARY

A small Mexican navy plane crashed on a medical mission near Galveston, Texas, killing at least five, including a 2-year-old. Two people were hospitalized, and one remains missing. The plane carried eight people, with four navy officers and four civilians on board. The crash occurred around 3:17 p.m. local time, and the Mexican navy has pledged to investigate its cause.

Local authorities and the navy are assisting in search efforts. The area has recently experienced foggy conditions, which could have contributed to the incident. Further information will be released as investigations continue.


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