Man killed in airplane crash near airport in Walton County, officials say

Man killed in airplane crash near airport in Walton County, officials say

WALTON COUNTY, Ga. — A small plane crashed near an airport in North Georgia on Tuesday afternoon, authorities confirmed.

The aircraft was found near the Monroe-Walton County Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said.

Officials confirmed the only person inside the plane died. Police said the male victim was a resident of the area and friend of local law enforcement.