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, Aircraft, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A Cessna Citation Latitude twin‐jet crashed into Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, after the pilots reported mechanical problems and low fuel. The jet burst into flames on the highway, killing one passenger while others escaped or were rescued by bystanders and firefighters. Investigators are examining wreckage to determine the cause of the crash.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Joshua Baer Passenger Fatal
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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