A small aircraft crashed in a residential area of Savannah, Georgia, on Sunday night, resulting in one fatality, according to local authorities. The incident occurred on East 66th Street, situated approximately three miles south of Savannah’s historic district, prompting a swift response from the Savannah Police Department.

According to a statement from the police, the pilot tragically lost their life in the crash, while a passenger sustained only minor injuries. Authorities also confirmed that there were no injuries reported among pedestrians or residents in the vicinity of the crash site.

The crash took place just before 10 p.m., as noted by the Savannah Professional Firefighters Association, which shared a photo on social media showing the wreckage of the plane in front of a local home.

The precise circumstances leading to the crash remain unclear at this stage, and investigations are underway. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been called to examine the accident further.