In a tragic incident near Petit Nevis island, east of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, U.S. actor Christian Oliver and his two daughters lost their lives in a plane crash.

The aircraft was en route to St. Lucia when the crash occurred. The victims, identified as Madita Klepser, 10, and Annik Klepser, 12, along with pilot Robert Sachs, succumbed to the accident.

Authorities are investigating the crash’s cause. Fishermen and divers rushed to the site to assist, and the Coast Guard was deployed.

The police expressed gratitude for the courageous actions of the responders.

Christian Oliver, 51, known for roles in “Speed Racer” and “The Good German,” also played Brian Keller in “Saved by the Bell: The New Class.”