Press Release: Monterey County Sheriff's Office Coroner Unit Identifies Occupants of Airplane That Went Down Near Pt. Pinos

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DATE/TIME: 7/27/25 at 5:16 PM

TYPE OF INCIDENT: Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Coroner Unit Identifies Occupants of Airplane That Went Down Near Pt. Pinos

LOCATION: Pt. Pinos, Pacific Grove, California

MEDIA CONTACT: Andres Rosas, Commander; Phone: 831-261-5492; Email: rosasae@countyofmonterey.gov

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Coroner Unit has identified the occupants of the twin-engine aircraft that went down near Point Pinos, California on the evening of Saturday, July 26th, 2025.

The occupants were:

  • Steve Eugene Clatterbuck, age 60 of Salinas

  • James Vincent, age 36 of Monterey

  • Jamie Lee Tabscott, age 44 of Monterey

The family and friends of the deceased have expressed that they wish to extend their gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community. They ask for privacy during this difficult time.

All other media inquires should be directed to the United States Coast Guard.

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