2 dead after plane crashes near Sierra Sky Park in Northwest Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. -- Two people are dead Monday after a small plane crashed in Northwest Fresno, the Fresno Fire Department said.

Firefighters reported a plane down near Sierra Sky Park around 1:30 p.m. and crews located debris on the San Joaquin River.

The cause of the crash is unknown and the identities of the victims have not been released.