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
Incident type
Crash, Aircraft, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A business jet crashed on a Texas highway near Laredo, killing one passenger and injuring several others. The pilots had reported mechanical problems before requesting an emergency landing at a nearby airport. Bystanders rushed to the scene, attempting to break cockpit glass and open the aircraft door while police rescued passengers from the burning plane. Investigators are examining the wreckage as the FAA and NTSB investigate the cause of the crash.

Publicly reported parties

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

Original reporting

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

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