Dave Shapiro: Sum 41 music agent killed in San Diego plane crash

Federal officials say all six people aboard the small plane are presumed dead.

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Mr Shapiro was the co-founder of Sound Talent Group, whose clients include rock bands like Sum 41, Story of the Year and Pierce the Veil.

Daniel Williams, former drummer for the band The Devil Wears Prada, is also feared to have been involved in the crash. Media reports indicate he posted on social media from the plane.

Federal officials say there were six people on board the plane and all are presumed dead. The crash destroyed one home and damaged 10 others in the Murphy Canyon neighbourhood, leaving charred cars and fiery debris.

"We are devastated by the loss of our co-founder, colleagues and friends," a spokesman for Sound Talent Group said in a statement to the BBC.