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

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, near the Mexico border, catching fire and killing one person. The aircraft was nearly sheared in half and tipped on its side, prompting bystanders to use tools to break the cockpit window and attempt rescues. No ground injuries were reported, though five officers suffered smoke inhalation. The crash occurred shortly after 10 p.m. on Tuesday night.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

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

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