SHERIDAN, Wyo. – A 13-year-old girl died and her parents were seriously injured in a plane crash near Sheridan, with new information emerging about the pilot’s prior aviation incidents.
Amelia Palmer, 13, was killed in the crash on Monday night. Her parents, Earl and Cindy Palmer, were taken to Billings hospitals with serious injuries as a result of the incident.
Aeron Palmer, the family’s 11-year-old son, was also on the plane but sustained minor injuries. He was able to call for assistance following the crash.
According to federal court records, Earl Palmer piloted the aircraft and had previously been involved in two other aircraft crashes.
The investigation into the cause of Monday night’s crash continues.
Suspect in Anaconda bar shooting enters not guilty pleas
ANACONDA – The suspect in the Anaconda mass shooting pleaded not guilty to multiple charges during his court appearance on Wednesday morning.
Michael Brown pleaded not guilty to four felony counts of deliberate homicide, one count of attempted arson and theft, and a misdemeanor charge of fleeing police.
The judge revoked Brown’s $2 million bond during the hearing.
A trial date has been set for January 12, 2026.
Brown is accused of being involved in the Anaconda mass shooting.
‘Ready when the time comes’: A look at the multi-agency rescue efforts in Stillwater County
BILLINGS – Stillwater County emergency service leaders emphasize the importance of multi-agency cooperation in successful rescue operations, especially in the Beartooth Mountains’ difficult terrain.
Stillwater County Emergency Service officials say collaboration and resource sharing among agencies have been critical in saving lives during rescue missions in the mountainous region.
The Montana Army National Guard, based in Billings, has responded to five search and rescue missions this year, demonstrating a collaborative approach to emergency response.
The multi-agency efforts demonstrate how various organizations collaborate to provide effective emergency services in Montana’s rugged terrain.
