Fatal aviation incident, Redcliffe

Four people have died following a plane crash near Redcliffe this morning.

Police and emergency services responded to reports a small plane crashed in waters off the coast of Redcliffe shortly after 9am.

A multi-agency operation is underway with Queensland Water Police officers and divers along with the Forensic Crash Unit assisting other agencies, including the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, as investigations continue.

There is no further information about those on board at this stage.

The families are asking media to respect their privacy during this difficult time.

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