*** Community Update ***
January 30, 2025 – Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office officials issue an update to the recent plane crash in Columbia.
After reaching out to the family, we are happy to report that both individuals involved in last week's plane crash are now safely at home and on the road to recovery. We sincerely appreciate the support from our community and the many thoughts and prayers contributing to a positive outcome. Additionally, we extend our gratitude to the community members who reported this emergency; their quick action showcased exceptional teamwork.
The following body camera video summarizes events from the point of view of the Deputy Sheriffs on the scene.
Related: Man and Woman Rescued from a Plane Crash in Columbia, Tuolumne County Sheriff Reports
On Thursday, January 23rd, 2025, at approximately 3:15 P.M., deputies responded with emergency lights and sirens to a report of a plane crash in the area of Horseshoe Bend Road in Columbia. TNT Agents arrived on the scene shortly after the first call. They found a man and a woman trapped inside the wrecked airplane and immediately began coordinating resources for the rescue operation.
While additional resources were enroute, the woman was able to climb out of the aircraft. Tuolumne County Fire personnel successfully extracted the man from the plane. Both individuals were then flown to out-of-county hospitals for medical treatment.
The swift response of the deputies and our first responder partners was crucial to the positive outcome of this incident. We want to thank all first responders and everyone involved in this emergency for their unwavering service to our community.
View video here.
Source: Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office
Related: Man and Woman Rescued from a Plane Crash in Columbia, Tuolumne County Sheriff Reports
