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Accident – Death – Obituary News : The tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of five Canadians has left the community of King Township in mourning. The victims have been identified as the Dotsenko family, who were well-known residents of the area. The incident occurred in Nashville, Tennessee, where the single-engine plane went down alongside a highway west of downtown.
Mayor Steve Pellegrini expressed his deepest condolences to the families and friends of the Dotsenko family, emphasizing the heartbreaking and devastating loss for the tight-knit community. As details continue to emerge from the ongoing investigation, thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of the victims during this incredibly difficult time. Gratitude was also extended to the first responders and officials involved in the response and investigation.
The family’s three children, Emma, Adam, and David Dotsenko, were students at UMCA Rich Tree Academy in Vaughan. School officials expressed profound sadness and grief over the loss of the Dotsenko family, highlighting the impact the children had on the school community.
Victor Dotsenko, the father, had graduated from the Brampton Flight Centre in 2022 with a private pilot license. In radio transmissions, he reported engine trouble and attempted to land the plane before the tragic crash. The aircraft, a 1978 Piper PA-32R based in Ontario, had made stops in Pennsylvania and Kentucky before departing for Nashville.
Witnesses described the harrowing scene following the crash, with onlookers stunned by the fiery wreckage. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has joined the U.S.-led investigation to determine the cause of the incident. The community continues to come together to support one another during this difficult time.
The loss of the Dotsenko family has deeply impacted King Township and beyond, as the tragedy serves as a reminder of the fragility of life. As the investigation progresses, the community remains united in mourning the loss of their beloved neighbors and friends..
