10 Dead After Bahamas Plane Crash Claims Lives of Beloved Local Band Members and DJ
A tragic plane crash in the Bahamas claimed the lives of 10 people on Friday, including members of the well-known Da Pond Band and local entertainer DJ Fresh. The heartbreaking accident has left the country’s music community in mourning and has prompted an outpouring of grief from those who knew the victims.
The small Cessna 402 aircraft departed from Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau shortly after 1 p.m. on a scheduled flight to San Andros. The journey was expected to take around 20 minutes, but the flight ended in tragedy when the aircraft crashed before reaching its destination.
Emergency crews quickly responded to the crash site. According to reports, first responders arrived to find the aircraft engulfed in flames. All 10 people on board lost their lives in the accident.
Authorities identified seven of the victims as Quinton Myers, Mateo Winder, Rashad Storr, Giovanni McKenzie, Travis Johnson, Franklyn Cambridge, and Macaro Rolle. Cambridge was serving as the pilot of the aircraft.
Among those killed were members of Da Pond Band, a respected music group known throughout the Bahamas, as well as local DJ Fresh. Their deaths have deeply affected the country’s entertainment industry, where they were recognized for their talent and contribution to local music and culture.
Following the tragedy, the Bahamas Musicians and Entertainers Union shared a public statement expressing sorrow over the devastating loss.
The union said that some of the people who died were talented and energetic members of the country’s entertainment community, including members of Da Pond Band and a DJ. It added that their passion, dedication, and artistic work touched many lives and played an important role in strengthening the cultural identity of the Bahamas.
The sudden loss of so many members of the local music community has made this one of the most painful moments for the country’s entertainment industry. Friends, fellow musicians, and supporters continue to remember the victims for the impact they made through their performances and commitment to their craft.
The plane crash has not only claimed the lives of 10 individuals but has also left families, colleagues, and communities grieving a significant loss. As the Bahamas reflects on this tragedy, many are honoring the memories of those who helped shape the nation’s vibrant music scene and whose legacy will continue through the lives they touched.
Sources
- Royal Bahamas Police Force
- Bahamas Musicians and Entertainers Union
- Civil Aviation Authority Bahamas (CAAB)
