Laredo
Coverage of Laredo in the Nexus archive.
- 20-year-old arrested for homicide, attempted homicide after Nashville gas station shootout
Edgar Saul Beltran, Jr., a 20-year-old, was arrested for homicide and attempted homicide following a shootout at a Nashville gas station. He is currently in custody in Webb County, Texas, after surrendering to the U.S. Border Patrol in Laredo on Tuesday.
- Plane crash near Lancaster under investigation
A small plane crashed near a scrap yard in Lancaster, South Carolina, early Thursday morning. The Beechcraft airplane, owned by Pressley Aviation LLC, was flying from Laredo, Texas, at the time of the crash. Authorities are investigating the cause, and details about injuries or the pilot remain unclear.
- Laredo bracing after screwworm found right across border
Laredo is taking extra precautions after a New World screwworm case was found in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico. Mayor Victor Treviño has implemented inspections for animal wounds and infestations.
- Joshua Baer, the architect of Austin’s tech scene, dies at 50
Joshua Baer, 50, founder of Austin-based venture capital firm Capital Factory, died in a plane crash in Texas. He was a prominent figure in Austin’s tech community, known for supporting startups and entrepreneurship. The crash occurred in Laredo after the pilots reported mechanical issues.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
A business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, after reporting mechanical issues, with volunteers using tools like sledgehammers to rescue passengers. One person, Joshua Baer, died, while three teenagers, two pilots, and a truck occupant survived. Authorities and bystanders collaborated to save lives during the emergency.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
Volunteers in Laredo, Texas, used tools like sledgehammers and fire extinguishers to rescue passengers from a burning plane crash. The Cessna Citation Latitude, operated by NetJets, experienced mechanical issues before crashing, resulting in one fatality and multiple survivors. Authorities credited the quick actions of motorists and emergency responders for saving lives.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
Volunteers in Laredo, Texas, used tools to rescue passengers from a crashed business jet operated by NetJets. One person was killed, and several others survived, including pilots and teenage passengers. The crash is part of three recent aviation accidents in the U.S.
- Teenage son of Capital Factory founder Joshua Baer "ok" after deadly plane crash
The teenage son of Capital Factory founder Joshua Baer survived a deadly plane crash in Laredo. Baer, an Austin tech leader, died in the incident, while two pilots and three teens, including his son, survived.
- Man who died in Texas plane crash was a key figure in seeding Austin’s technology boom
Joshua Baer, founder of Austin-based venture capital firm Capital Factory, died in a plane crash in Laredo, Texas. He was a key figure in fostering Austin's technology industry, mentoring entrepreneurs and supporting startups. His death has been mourned by local business leaders and U.S. Senator Ted Cruz.
- Rescuers rush to save people from crashed jet on Texas highway – video
A small plane crashed on a highway and caught fire in Laredo, Texas, on Tuesday night. Rescuers and police worked to free six people onboard, resulting in one death and five injuries. The flight originated from San José del Cabo, Mexico, and was headed to Austin, Texas, according to the Federal Aviation Administration and NetJets.
- 1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to try to help
A small business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one person and injuring others. Witnesses and drivers attempted to rescue occupants as the plane caught fire and was damaged in the crash. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident, which occurred after the pilot reported mechanical issues and low fuel.
- NetJets aircraft crashes on Texas highway, killing one and injuring five
A private jet owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one person and injuring five. The aircraft lost contact with air traffic control before the crash, and videos from police and the Associated Press showed the wreckage and rescue efforts.
- 1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to try to help
A business jet crashed on a Texas highway in Laredo, killing one person and sparking chaotic rescue attempts by bystanders and firefighters. The Cessna Citation Latitude, which departed from Los Cabos, Mexico, caught fire and sustained significant damage near the Texas-Mexico border.
- Private Jet Crashes in Texas, Killing 1
A small plane crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one person. People were attempting to pull survivors from the wreckage.
- Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, causing a fire that killed one person and led to chaotic rescue efforts by passersby. The crash involved six people on board, with one fatality reported.
- Texas plane crash leaves one dead, more injured after business jet catches fire on highway
A business jet crashed on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, killing one person and injuring others after catching fire on a highway. The Cessna Citation Latitude, operated by NetJets, departed from Los Cabos International Airport and struck a vehicle before crashing. Five responding officers were hospitalized for smoke inhalation, and the highway remained closed into Wednesday.
- 1 killed when small plane crashes on Texas highway. People leave vehicles to try to help
A business jet with six people on board crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one person and sparking a chaotic rescue effort as bystanders attempted to break the cockpit window. The Cessna Citation Latitude, which experienced a mechanical failure, departed from Los Cabos International Airport and crashed near Laredo International Airport, resulting in one death and five officers hospitalized for smoke inhalation.
- 1 person killed when a small plane carrying 6 crashed on a Texas highway and caught fire, police say
A small plane carrying six people crashed on a Texas highway and caught fire, killing one person, police reported.
- Crews rush to rescue people after small plane crashes on Texas highway
A small plane crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, causing flames and prompting rescue crews to extract people from the aircraft. The highway was closed in both directions, and video showed rescuers smashing a cockpit window to free occupants. The number of people on board and their conditions remain unclear, though no injuries were reported to nearby vehicle occupants.
- Clemency recipient receives lengthy sentence for new drug trafficking offense
A 53-year-old Laredo resident has been ordered to federal prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine and conspiracy to do so. The individual previously received clemency but was sentenced for a new drug trafficking offense.
- Train cart found with 6 dead migrants inside came from Long Beach, officials say
Six migrants were found dead inside a train car in Laredo, Texas, on Sunday. The train originated from Long Beach. This incident resulted in a loss of life.
- Texas sheriff says 7th body could be tied to shipping container deaths
A seventh body was found nearly 150 miles north of a Union Pacific rail yard in Laredo, where six bodies were discovered on Sunday afternoon, possibly tied to shipping container deaths. The discovery was made by Texas authorities. The total number of bodies found is now seven.
- Six people found dead inside train car at rail yard near Texas-Mexico border
Six people were found dead inside a boxcar at a rail yard near the Texas-Mexico border on Sunday afternoon. The discovery was made by a Union Pacific employee before the train continued its journey north. The incident occurred in Laredo, Texas.
- 6 bodies found in Union Pacific boxcar in Laredo, Texas, near Mexico
Six bodies were found in a Union Pacific Railroad boxcar in Laredo, Texas, near the Mexican border. The police did not provide any additional details. The incident occurred at the US-Mexico border.
- 6 people found dead inside cargo train boxcar in Texas
Six people were found dead inside a cargo train boxcar in Laredo, Texas. The discovery was made on a Union Pacific freight train. The company expressed sadness over the incident.