Pilot dies in light aircraft crash near Chesterfield industrial estate

A light aircraft crashed in Sheepbridge Lane, Chesterfield Credit: Google

A pilot has died after the plane he was flying came down near an industrial estate in Chesterfield.

Emergency services were called to land near Sheepbridge Lane on Sunday, 1 September following reports a light aircraft had crashed.

The pilot, a man in his 70s, was the only person on board.

Derbyshire Police said his family have been informed.

Smoke could be seen billowing in the area.

The force said an investigation into the circumstances of the crash is ongoing.

They are appealing for CCTV footage.

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