Austin tech leader Joshua Baer, founder of Capital Factory, dies in plane crash in Laredo

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Laredo, Texas
Loop 20
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Incident type
Aircraft, Crash

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A private Cessna 680A business jet crashed on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, after experiencing mechanical difficulties while en route from Los Cabos to Austin. The aircraft struck a car and came to rest on a highway barrier, killing founder Joshua Baer and injuring five other passengers. First responders rescued the survivors and the incident caused road closures and smoke inhalation injuries among nearby officers.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Joshua Baer Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Injured
Unnamed Motorist Driver Injured

Original reporting

Austin tech leader Joshua Baer, founder of Capital Factory, dies in plane crash in Laredo | KUT Radio, Austin's NPR Station

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