Man Killed in Fiery Crash Near Laredo Interchange

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A man was killed Monday night after his SUV struck a concrete pillar beneath an IH-35 bridge near the Loop 20 interchange in Laredo, Texas. The sole occupant of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene, while a civilian who attempted to assist the driver sustained minor injuries while trying to break a window to remove the driver from the burning vehicle.

Why it matters

This tragic accident highlights the dangers of high-speed driving and the importance of road safety, especially at major highway interchanges. It also underscores the risks that Good Samaritans face when trying to help in emergency situations.

The details

According to the Laredo Police Department, the white Kia Telluride with Florida license plates was traveling westbound toward Loop 20 when it collided with the concrete pillar beneath the IH-35 bridge. The sole occupant, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. A civilian who attempted to assist the driver sustained minor injuries while trying to break a window to remove the driver from the burning vehicle.

• The incident occurred on January 26, 2026.

What’s next

The Webb County Medical Examiner's Office will determine the exact cause and manner of the driver's death.