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Laredo honors first responders, citizens after Loop 20 plane crash
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Alex Cano, Elena Stoica , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Those honored include an off-duty Border Patrol agent and officers from the Laredo Police Department. A ceremony was held in Laredo to recognize individuals who responded to a plane crash on Loop 20.
A ceremony was held in Laredo to recognize individuals who responded to a plane crash on Loop 20. The crash occurred two weeks prior to the ceremony. Those honored include an off-duty Border Patrol agent and officers from the Laredo Police Department.
The Department of Public Safety also had troopers recognized for their response to the incident. A total of six citizens, officers, and troopers were honored. Further details about the ceremony and the individuals recognized can be found through KGNS, the local news source that reported on the event.
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Category: safety Published: June 30, 2026 Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News Reading time: 1 min
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