1 dead after plane crashes on Loop 20 in Laredo; sections closed through Wednesday

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Laredo, Texas
Loop 20 near Saunders and Clark
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Incident type
Aircraft, Crash

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A private aircraft with six people on board reported mechanical issues and lost contact with the airport tower shortly before 10 p.m. on June 16, then crash-landed on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, hitting one car. One person died in the crash, and some police first responders suffered smoke inhalation. Loop 20 was closed through much of June 17 as federal agencies investigated.

Original reporting

1 dead after plane crashes on Loop 20 in Laredo; sections closed through Wednesday

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