A small plane crash in upstate New York claimed the lives of five members of a North Fulton family returning from a baseball tournament.
What Happened:
- The victims included two children and were identified as Roger Beggs, 76; Laura Van Epps, 43; Ryan Van Epps, 42; James R. Van Epps, 12; and Harrison Van Epps, 9.
- The family was returning from a baseball tournament in Cooperstown, NY.
Between the Lines: The crash involved a Piper Mirage, a small, single-engine plane.
- The crash site was in a remote area, complicating rescue efforts.
- The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Local Reaction: Milton Eagles Football had the following to say on its Facebook page:
“Today we grieve the loss of one of our own. Feeder rising 7th grader football player, James Ryan Van Epps #47 and his brother Harrison, mom Laura, dad Ryan and grandfather Roger were killed in a plane crash returning from Cooperstown. Please keep their family and friends in your prayers.”
