Music boss and drummer among victims of plane crash

US music agent Dave Shapiro is among those killed after a small plane crashed into a neighbourhood in San Diego.

The 42-year-old co-founder of music agency Sound Talent Group was one of six people on a private jet that went down in Murphy Canyon during foggy weather early on Thursday. All are presumed dead, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said.

Sound Talent Group said two other passengers on the plane were also employees, but did not name them. "We are devastated by the loss of our co-founder, colleagues, and friends.

Our hearts go out to their families and to everyone impacted by today's tragedy," the agency said in a statement. Daniel Williams, the former drummer of US metal band The Devil Wears Prada, is also believed to have been on the aircraft.

He posted on social media on Wednesday to say he was boarding the plane with Shapiro, according to the Associated Press. The band later posted a tribute to Williams on their social media, writing: "No words.

We owe you everything. Love you forever." Shapiro, was listed as the owner of the plane and had a pilot's licence, according to the FAA.

The music executive created Sound Talent Group in 2018. Stars associated with the agency included US pop band Hanson, American singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton and the Canadian rock group Sum 41.

In a post on X, Hanson - who are best known for 1990s hit MMMBop - described Shapiro as a "longtime friend". "Dave was fearless in life, and tireless in his work, and the kind of friend you would want on your speed dial," the band wrote.

"Dave seemed to always be working on a new endeavor, or to be going on a new adventure, because he was always excited for a new challenge. We are grateful for the 15 years we knew him.

Our hearts go out to Dave's family and the team at Sound Talent Group." 'Something from a movie' The crash occurred in the US military's largest housing neighbourhood. The plane appeared to strike at least one home, with around 10 houses and multiple vehicles damaged.

Several people were injured while trying to flee the area and others were treated for smoke inhalation. "I can't quite put words to describe what the scene looks like, but with the jet fuel going down the street, and everything on fire all at once, it was pretty horrific to see," San Diego police chief Scott Wahl said.

While assistant fire department chief Dan Eddy told reporters that authorities will be investigating whether the aircraft hit a power line. The fire chief added: "When it hit the street, as the jet fuel went down it took out every single car that was on both sides of the street.

"You can see that every single car was burning down both sides of the street." Describing the scene as "like something from a movie.