Investigators seek clues in small jet crash that killed 1 in Texas, where bystanders rushed to help - Newsday

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

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A Cessna Citation Latitude twin jet crashed into Loop 20 highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one person on board. The aircraft was en route from San José del Cabo to Austin when it suffered mechanical problems and lost power shortly after attempting an emergency landing. Bystanders rushed to the scene, helping to break open the cockpit and rescue passengers while firefighters entered the burning jet. Investigators are examining wreckage to determine the cause of the crash.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Joshua Baer Driver Fatal
Unnamed Motorist Driver Injured

Original reporting

Investigators seek clues in small jet crash that killed 1 in Texas, where bystanders rushed to help - Newsday

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