Date Published:2026-03-26

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Plane crashes near Block Island in New Shoreham, injuring 2

NEW SHOREHAM, RI – Two people were hospitalized Wednesday following a plane crash in south-central Washington County, reports WPRI 12.

The accident, which involved a plane that originated at Chatham Municipal Airport, happened shortly before 5 p.m. on Block Island in New Shoreham.

Police haven’t yet shared any details about the collision except to say that two people from the plane sustained injuries of unknown severity.

A full investigation is underway. Our team of news writers will post updates to the blog if we learn more about the circumstances of the crash.

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Written By: Ronald J. Resmini

Last Updated: 2026-03-26