At least 6 people killed in Mexican navy plane crash on medical flight near Galveston, Texas

Updated on: December 23, 2025 / 8:19 PM EST / CBS/AP

At least 6 people killed in Mexican navy plane crash on medical flight near Galveston, Texas

TL;DR

  • A Mexican navy medical mission plane crashed near Galveston, Texas.
  • At least six people were killed, including a 2-year-old, navy officers, and a doctor.
  • One civilian passenger was uninjured, and a nurse was rescued from the wreckage.
  • The plane was coordinating with the Michou and Mau Foundation for emergency transports to Shriners Children's hospital.
  • The crash occurred near the Texas coast in foggy conditions.
  • The cause of the crash is under investigation.