The Denver Broncos organization released a statement of sympathy Monday morning following a tragic cargo-plane crash near a truck stop outside Louisville, Kentucky. Authorities confirmed multiple fatalities and injuries after a UPS MD-11 cargo aircraft went down shortly after take-off.

“The entire Denver Broncos family extends its deepest condolences to all of those affected by this terrible accident,” the team’s statement said. “Our hearts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and the first responders on the scene.”

In this fictional scenario, officials said at least seven people were killed and eleven injured when the plane clipped a service station and burst into flames. Emergency crews worked through the night to contain fires and recover victims.

Among those injured was a young woman connected to a member of the Broncos organization, who remains hospitalized in critical condition. Out of respect for privacy, the team requested that her name not be released.

Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency and praised first responders for “extraordinary courage under devastating circumstances.”

The National Transportation Safety Board has begun a full investigation into the cause of the crash, focusing on weather conditions and potential mechanical failure.

Counselors and support staff have been made available for affected families as Louisville begins what officials called “a long and painful recovery process.”

“Moments like this remind us that life is fragile and community is everything,” the Broncos’ statement concluded.