MIAMI.- Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz revealed this Tuesday the names of the five people who lost their lives in the accident of the cargo plane used by Amazon at Miami International Airport (MIA).
During a press conference held at the Sheriff’s Office headquarters in Doral, Cordero-Stutz explained that the information was released after all families received the corresponding notification.
The deceased are Rolando Aleman Leon, 55 years old; Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo, of 53; Julio C. Pineda75; Carlos Acosta Fajardo53, and Javierkys Reyes Quevedo47.
They all traveled in a truck or van used to transport cleaning workers to the planes. The vehicle was hit by the Boeing 767 after the freighter overshot the runway during landing.
Five other people were injured. According to the update offered by the official, two remained hospitalized in critical condition and one remained stable. The two pilots suffered minor injuries and have already been discharged.
The accident occurred on Sunday, September 6, around 1:53 pm The aircraft, operated by the company 21 Air for the Amazon cargo network, had arrived from San Juan, Puerto Rico.
After overtaking the runway, the aircraft traveled approximately 1,300 feet, collided with the pickup truck on airport grounds, knocked down a fence, and subsequently struck another vehicle on Northwest 67th Avenue.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the technical investigations. Investigators recovered the flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder, known as black boxes, and transported them to Washington for analysis.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) maintains personnel on scene to secure the scene, facilitate movement and collaborate with federal agencies. Its Homicide Bureau also examines deaths related to the tragedy.
Victim services representatives and chaplains provide assistance to those affected and their families. Those who need help can contact us through the number 305-471-1900.
At the time of the conference, NW 67th Avenue remained closed between 25th and 32nd Streets. Authorities recommended all drivers and the community avoid the area and use alternate routes.
Cordero-Stutz also warned of delays and cancellations at MIA, advising travelers to check with their airlines before heading to the terminal.
On the other hand, he also referred to the images spread on social networks that show a couple of content creators crossing a barrier and posing near the fuselage. Although he did not confirm whether they will face charges, he warned that anyone caught violating the law or trespassing at a scene under criminal investigation will be arrested and prosecuted.
The cause of the event has not yet been determined.
