Miami Cargo Plane Tragedy: Victims Identified

On Sunday afternoon, a Boeing 767‑300 belonging to Amazon’s Prime Air fleet couldn’t stop in time at Miami International Airport. The aircraft, arriving from San Juan, Puerto Rico, slammed into a line of vehicles after overrunning the runway, igniting a fire that sent shockwaves through the terminal and the surrounding community.

In the days that followed, families, investigators and local officials worked frantically to piece together what happened and, more importantly, to let loved ones know what they needed to know. By Tuesday, Miami‑Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero‑Stutz stood before reporters and finally read the names of those who lost their lives.

The five deceased were identified as Rolando Aleman Leon, 55; Yoel Rodriguez Narajo, 53; Julio C Pineda, 75; Carlos Acosta Fajardo, 53; and Javierkys Reyes Quevedo, 47. All five were on the ground, caught in their vehicle as the out‑of‑control aircraft careened into the parking lane.

In addition to the tragic loss of life, several passengers and crew were injured. The two pilots, who survived the impact, were treated at a local hospital and have since been released. Five other victims were taken to the hospital; two remain in critical condition while one is listed as stable.

“Our prayers remain with the families of the five individuals who lost their lives as a result of this tragic incident,” Sheriff Cordero‑Stutz said, her voice trembling slightly. “We are also praying for those who were injured and wish them a full and speedy recovery.”

The airport’s operations bureau, together with an incident management team, stayed on the scene throughout Tuesday, directing traffic, securing the area and coordinating with emergency responders. Meanwhile, Miami’s homicide bureau opened a parallel investigation into the fatalities, and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) continues its lead on the overall cause of the crash.

While the community grapples with “utter devastation,” as NTSB officials described it, officials urge anyone with information about the crash to come forward. The investigation is still unfolding, and answers about why the plane overshot the runway are expected in the coming weeks.