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Private Jet Crashes on Highway in Laredo, Texas, Killing 1
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- A private Cessna Citation jet crashed on Texas State Highway Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, after reporting mechanical issues and low fuel while en route from Los Cabos, Mexico, to Austin, Texas.
- The crash occurred just before 10 p.m. local time, resulting in one fatality among the six people on board; five survivors were hospitalized in stable condition.
- Video footage showed the plane’s wreckage emitting flames and smoke, with emergency responders assisting passengers to safety.
- The highway was closed due to the crash and was expected to remain shut the following day, impacting regional traffic.
- The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, while the Federal Aviation Administration has yet to comment.
