SA Police called to light plane crash in Mulgathing, near Coober Pedy

Emergency services are travelling to South Australia’s far north after reports of a light plane crash.

South Australia Police were called following reports a light plane crashed at 9.30am on Thursday.

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Police have rushed to a light plane crash. NewsWire / Naomi Jellicoe Credit: News Corp Australia

It’s understood the light plane crashed into a paddock near Mulgathing, about 260km southwest of Coober Pedy and about 830km northwest of Adelaide.

A SA Police spokeswoman said crews were expected to arrive at the scene after midday due to the distance.

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“Emergency services are making their way to the scene of the crash and further details will be provided as they become available,” a SA Police statement said.

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