NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. — Two people died in a small plane crash in Jessamine County on Saturday morning, according to the Jessamine County Sheriff's Office.

The crash occurred in the county, which is located south of Lexington and is home to communities including Nicholasville, the county seat, and Wilmore. Details regarding the identities of the victims, the aircraft type, the exact location of the crash, and the circumstances surrounding the incident were not immediately available.

The National Transportation Safety Board typically investigates general aviation accidents of this nature. Jessamine County is among the fastest-growing counties in Kentucky, with a population that has expanded significantly over the past two decades as the region continues to develop.

Authorities did not release additional information about the crash as of the initial report. Further details are expected as the investigation continues.