An airplane owned by Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil was involved in a fatal crash in Scottsdale, AZ on Monday (February 10th), and the band has confirmed that the vocalist was not on the aircraft at the time of the accident, but his girlfriend and her friend were injured, and the pilot was killed.
The band took to social media late Monday night and shared, "Earlier today a private plane owned by Vince Neil was involved in a crash near Scottsdale, AZ. The pilot was tragically killed; the co-pilot and other passengers were taken to local hospitals. Vince was not on the plane.
"Vince's girlfriend and her friend suffered injuries, albeit not life threatening. While details are still emerging, our hearts go out to the families of both the pilot who lost his life and the passengers who suffered injuries.
"Motley Crue will announce a way to help support the family of the deceased pilot - stand by for an announcement very soon."
Vince's representative, Worrick Robinson, IV , also issued a statement: "RE: Learjet Aircraft 35A Plane Collision - Scottsdale Airport At 2:39 p.m. local time, a Learjet aircraft Model 35A owned by Vince Neil was attempting to land at the Scottsdale Airport. For reasons unknown at this time, the plane veered from the runway causing it to collide with another parked plane. On board Mr. Neil's plane were two pilots and two passengers. Mr. Neil was not on the plane.
"More specific details regarding the collision are not available as this is a rapidly evolving situation and there is an ongoing investigation. Mr. Neil's thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved, and he is grateful for the critical aid of all first responders assisting today."
Motley Crue Postpone Las Vegas Residency For Medical Reasons
Motley Crue, Poison and Ratt Frontman Announce 2nd Show
Vince Neil's Airplane Involved In Fatal Crash
Motley Crue Arrived At First Hollywood Takeover Show In Unexpected Way (2024 In Review)
RockPile: The Yagas, Peter Holsapple and More
Travel News, Trips and Tips: Hit the Beach in Sierra Leone!
Live: Pearl Jam Rock Nashville
On The Record: Steely Dan- Stevie Wonder- Smokey Robinson
Legendary Band Replacing Alice in Chains At Welcome To Rockville
Metallica Share Classic 1995 Live Video
Megadeth Offshoot Kings of Thrash Unleash 'Lockdown'
Five Finger Death Punch Tap Maria Brink For First Taste Of 20th Anniversary Package
Pop Evil Surprise Fans With Cover Of 'Don't You (Forget About Me).'
Linkin Park Stream 'From Zero' Deluxe Edition
Lorna Shore Return With 'Oblivion' Video
Singled Out: Magenta Moon's Pick Up