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Two El Metro buses crash in downtown Laredo
Westbound traffic closed as authorities respond to the incident
Mar. 14, 2026 at 3:06pm
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Laredo police reported a crash on Saturday morning between two El Metro buses in downtown Laredo near the intersection of Convent Avenue and Houston Street, resulting in the closure of westbound traffic in the area as authorities responded to the incident.
Why it matters
El Metro is the public transportation system serving the city of Laredo, Texas, which is located on the U.S.-Mexico border. Any disruption to the bus service can impact commuters and residents who rely on public transportation in the area.
The details
According to the report, the crash occurred between two El Metro buses, though the exact cause and details of the incident are still under investigation by local authorities. The collision resulted in the closure of westbound traffic in the downtown Laredo area as emergency responders worked to clear the scene.
- The crash occurred on Saturday morning, March 14, 2026.
The players
El Metro
The public transportation system serving the city of Laredo, Texas, located on the U.S.-Mexico border.
Laredo Police Department
The local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the bus crash incident in downtown Laredo.
What’s next
Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash and working to clear the scene and reopen westbound traffic in the downtown Laredo area.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of reliable public transportation infrastructure in border cities like Laredo, where many residents rely on buses like El Metro for their daily commutes and mobility needs.
