Two Amazon Prime Air drones met with an accident above the skies of Tolleson, Arizona, colliding into the upright structure of a crane on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 1, as the local police and the Federal Aviation Administration began piecing together the events leading up to the crash.
The Tolleson Police Department confirmed the drones crashed in a commercial zone at the intersection of 96th Avenue and Roosevelt Street, where they struck the arm of a crane, according to ABC15. Though no individuals were reported hurt following the incident, the situation remains under an active investigation by authorities.
Amazon's response to the incident was concise, with company spokesperson Terrence Clark stating, "We’re aware of an incident involving two Prime Air drones in Tolleson, Arizona, we’re currently working with the relevant authorities to investigate." a sentiment mirrored by the FAA's statement obtained by FOX 10 Phoenix, which pointed out that the two MK30 drones collided with the boom of a crane around 10 a.m. local time without causing injuries.
As for the root cause behind this aerial mishap, clarity remains beyond reach, with neither Amazon nor the authorities yielding details as to why the drones strayed off course and into the unwavering path of the crane, their silence leaving space only for speculation until the investigation progresses.
The story is still unfolding, and more information is expected to emerge as both the FAA and the Tolleson Police Department delve deeper into the matter. Updates will follow as this situation develops.
