Authorities confirmed that seventeen people were aboard the plane at the time of the crash, including passengers and crew members. Five individuals survived and are currently receiving treatment at a nearby hospital. Among the survivors is Martínez’s representative, who was reportedly seated near the rear of the aircraft when it went down. Preliminary reports suggest a possible mechanical failure, though the exact cause remains under investigation by the Honduran Civil Aviation Agency. Recovery operations continue, as weather conditions in the area have complicated search efforts.

The Honduran government has issued an official statement expressing sympathy to the families affected and announcing that a full inquiry will be launched to determine the sequence of events that led to the tragedy. In Roatán and other coastal communities, locals have gathered to honor the memory of those who lost their lives, lighting candles and holding vigils along the shoreline. As the nation mourns, tributes continue to pour in for Aurelio Martínez — a man whose music, voice, and cultural advocacy left an enduring mark on generations across Central America and beyond.