Early Monday morning, a private plane suffered a crash landing on Stallings Road just outside the town of Macclesfield in Edgecombe County, North Carolina. The incident occurred at approximately 10 a.m., according to a statement from the Edgecombe County Sheriff’s Office.

Details of the crash

The aircraft, described by officials as a small, single‑engine plane, came down near the address 2184 Stallings Road. Witnesses reported hearing a loud impact followed by the sound of downed power lines. Emergency responders arrived quickly, and the pilot was found walking away from the wreckage with no serious injuries.

Response from authorities

State troopers were dispatched to the scene to assist with traffic control and to investigate the cause of the crash. The Edgecombe County Sheriff’s Office posted a notice on its Facebook page asking residents to avoid the area for the next few hours while crews work to clear the site and restore power.

“We ask that you avoid the area of Stallings Road in Macclesfield for the next couple of hours,” the sheriff’s office wrote. “Our teams are on scene working to secure the area and ensure public safety.”

Impact on the community

While the crash caused a temporary disruption to traffic on Stallings Road and resulted in a brief power outage, there were no reports of injuries beyond the pilot’s minor condition. Local residents were advised to use alternate routes while the investigation continues.

WRAL’s Sky 5 news team is en route to the crash site to provide further coverage as more information becomes available.

What’s next?

Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are expected to examine the wreckage to determine the cause of the accident. The sheriff’s office will release additional details as they become known.

Motorists traveling through Edgecombe County are encouraged to stay informed through local news outlets and official updates from the sheriff’s office.

Original reporting: WRAL Raleigh — read the source article.