Small Plane Crash Near Schaumburg Closes Roads; Officials Urge Residents to Avoid Area

What Happened?

A small private plane crashed in a residential area near Schaumburg, Illinois, on Monday afternoon, closing roads and prompting officials to urge residents to avoid the area.

The plane went down around 2:30 p.m. in the backyard of a home on the 100 block of Canterbury Lane, according to the Schaumburg Fire Department.

The pilot, who was the only person on board, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Impact on the Area

The crash closed several roads in the area, including Canterbury Lane, Roselle Road, and Schaumburg Road.

Officials are urging residents to avoid the area while emergency crews work to clear the scene.

The Schaumburg Police Department is investigating the cause of the crash.

Safety Precautions

Residents are advised to stay away from the crash site and to follow the instructions of emergency personnel.

If you see any debris or suspicious activity, please contact the Schaumburg Police Department at (847) 882-3200.

Updates to Follow

We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available.