What happened
During a flight involving the transport of 670 kilograms of cocaine, a twin engine aircraft was intercepted by law enforcement. The flight originated from a private airstrip located in San Ignacio. Shortly after departing from the airfield, the aircraft was targeted by gunfire from the Mexican Police.
The resulting engagement caused the plane to crash. There were four individuals on board at the time of the incident. The crash resulted in two fatalities and left the remaining two occupants with serious injuries.
Findings
Investigations into the event determined that the aircraft was being utilized for an illegal contraband mission. The primary factor leading to the destruction of the aircraft was that it was shot down by the Mexican Police during its flight phase.