Incident Overview
While descending to land, the aircraft's engine sputtered and subsequently quit. According to the pilot, the fuel gauges indicated that the left tank was 1/4 full and the right tank was 1/8 full at the time of power loss.
Emergency Landing
During an emergency landing on a roadway, the aircraft collided with poles and wires before crashing.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that he had 'dipped the tanks' during his preflight inspection and felt confident he had adequate fuel for the flight.
Post-Inspection
Deputies from the sheriff's office inspected the aircraft and found that both fuel tanks were empty.