Plane crash in field leaves three Dallas cops injured, one critically
Three off-duty Dallas police officers were injured in a plane crash in Forney, Texas, early Saturday morning. One officer is in critical condition following the emergency landing of their single-engine aircraft. The FAA and Texas Department of Public Safety are investigating the incident.
- ▪The crash occurred around 12:20 a.m. with three occupants aboard the aircraft.
- ▪Two officers were transported to a local hospital for treatment, while the third was treated and released at the scene.
- ▪The Dallas Police Association is focused on supporting the officers and their families during this difficult time.
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US News Plane crash in field leaves three Dallas cops injured, one critically By Daniel Cody Published May 16, 2026, 6:35 p.m. ET Three off-duty Dallas police officers were injured — one critically — when their single-engine, private plane made an emergency landing and crashed into a Forney, Texas field early Saturday morning. The Dallas Police Association confirmed via Facebook the officers were returning home from a “personal trip.” “Our immediate focus is ensuring these officers and their families receive the support and care they need during this difficult time,” wrote the Dallas Police Association on Facebook. Three off-duty Dallas police officers were injured in a plane crash early Saturday morning.
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