1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to try to help. – Chicago Tribune

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Laredo, Texas
Loop 20 highway
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Incident type
Crash, Aircraft, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A business jet crashed on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, shortly after 10 p.m. on Tuesday night, catching fire and killing one of the six people aboard. The aircraft was nearly sheared in half and tipped on its side, prompting nearby drivers to leave their vehicles and attempt to break open the cockpit window to rescue occupants. No injuries were reported among ground passengers, though several officers suffered smoke inhalation. Investigators are examining mechanical problems and loss of communication as possible causes.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal
Unnamed Motorist Driver Injured
Unnamed officer Unknown Injured

Original reporting

1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to try to help. – Chicago Tribune

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