Seven people have died after a Hawker Hunter jet crashed into several vehicles during Shoreham Airshow.
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Previously seven people were thought to have died in the crash, however police now say this is likely to rise to at least 11.
Speaking at a press conference, he added that the pilot, Andy Hill, who was amazingly “recovered alive from the wreckage”, remains in a critical condition in hospital. AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing.
Tim Loughton, the area’s representative in parliament, drove past the airshow entrance a few minutes before the crash and said cars were queuing to get in.
He was on his way to play for Worthing United against Loxwood in the Southern Combination Premier Division at Lyons Way, along with team-mate and Seagulls fan Jacob Schilt, who also lost his life in the incident.
He said: “The scene itself is incredibly large”.
“This helps families to understand what has happened to their loved ones, which is a high priority for us”.
Two newlyweds have spoken of their horror after hearing the driver of a limousine they were due to be picked up in is feared dead after a fighter jet crashed into the A27 yesterday (Saturday, August 22).
Professor Catherine Harper, Dean and senior member of the University’s executive board said: ‘We are deeply shocked and saddened to learn former University of Portsmouth student Jacob Schilt died in the Shoreham air disaster yesterday. The police want to be as “professional and thorough” with their rescue operation as they suspect more bodies at the scene. The A27 will remain closed for most of the day.
“We must make sure everything is done to support the families of those who lost their lives”.
He said: “We are offering the pilot and his family our best wishes and support and we would like to pay tribute to the emergency services for their work at this distressing time”.
However police said that there was no risk to the local community outside of the established cordon.
The Air Accident Investigation Bureau is encouraging people who attended the airshow not to post graphic photos and videos of the fiery crash online, but rather to get in contact with investigators so they can determine whether the footage is useful.
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Prime Minister David Cameron sent his condolences to the families of those who died.
