At least seven people were killed and several others injured after a UPS plane crashed shortly after takeoff near the Louisville International Airport in the USA on Tuesday.

Axar.az informs, citing CBS news, the number of fatalities is expected to increase, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear wrote on social media Tuesday night. At least 11 people were injured, officials said earlier.

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg confirmed at a news conference Tuesday night that at least four people had been killed on the ground.

The National Transportation Safety Board will lead the investigation into the crash. A team of 28 investigators is expected to arrive Wednesday, Greenberg said.