One person killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway

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 business jet crashed on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, near the Mexico border after about 10 p.m. The aircraft caught fire and was nearly sheared in half, causing chaos as bystanders attempted to break the cockpit window and rescue passengers. One person died, and no ground injuries were reported immediately, though five officers suffered smoke inhalation. The crash occurred shortly before the jet’s scheduled arrival from Los Cabos International Airport.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

One person killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway

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