Bystanders rush to rescue passengers after small plane crashes on Texas highway

A business jet crashed and erupted in flames on a highway in Laredo, Texas, on Tuesday night, killing one person and sparking chaotic scenes as bystanders desperately tried to free those trapped inside.

As flames rose from the aircraft which was tipped on its side and nearly sheared in half, video taken at the scene by Zayra Garza and verified by NBC News showed people running towards it.

Witnesses rushed to rescue passengers trapped inside the burning aircraft.

To be sure, no official confirmation has come about the details of the plane with authorities only saying it is a private flight or a small jet.