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

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 with six people on board crashed into a car and caught fire on Loop 20 highway in Laredo shortly after 10 p.m. Tuesday, killing one passenger. The aircraft struck a light post before coming to rest near Laredo International Airport. Motorists rushed to the scene, attempting to pry open the cockpit and rescue survivors while firefighters battled the blaze. Police treated five officers for smoke inhalation at the site.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal
Unnamed Motorist Driver Injured

Original reporting

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

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