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

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

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A business jet crashed into Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, killing one person on board. The aircraft had reported mechanical problems and low fuel before attempting an emergency landing at Laredo International Airport. Bystanders rushed to the scene to help rescue passengers and crew from the burning wreckage.

Publicly reported parties

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

Original reporting

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

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