Fatal Plane Crash in LaGrange

The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fatal plane crash that occurred on Skidmore Road in the Town of LaGrange this date at approximately 11:55 a.m.

The pilot was the sole occupant of the aircraft. His name is not being released at this time. The investigation is continuing, and further details will be provided at a later date.

The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Dutchess County Medical Examiner NYS Police, and by LaGrange, Pleasant Valley, and Union Vale Fire Departments. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board were advised, and will be involved in the investigation.