Texas

Andrew Mendez Lopez Killed in Pedestrian Accident at Eastex Fwy in Beaumont, TX

Date of Accident
August 10, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Andrew Mendez Lopez
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Eastex Fwy, Beaumont, TX, USA

What Happened

Beaumont Police are investigating a collision that killed a person on Eastex Fwy in Beaumont, TX on August 10th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 10:30 a.m. and involved multiple vehicles colliding in an active construction zone near Tram Rd. Two contractors for the Department of Transportation were struck in the crash and taken to an area hospital for treatment. One of the contractors, 27-year-old Andrew Mendez Lopez, later died from injuries in the collision. Additional information was not yet available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Beaumont Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
Eastex Fwy
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Multiple vehicles collided in a construction zone under unclear circumstances

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