Authorities confirm plane crashed near Bradda Head

Coastguards in Belfast have confirmed the emergency services are dealing with a plane crash in the south of the Island.

Police, fire and ambulance crews as well as coastguards, a helicopter and Peel and Port St Mary lifeboats are at the scene.

It's believed the plane, a UK-registered Cessna, came down just before midday.

Police are asking people to stay away from the scene.

A Cessna 210 has crashed on the coast of Isle of Man this afternoon. Local media report a large emergency services presence in the area. No word yet on injuries. https://t.co/JZndGusfdO pic.twitter.com/nQTbX5KVFo

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