Texas

Emma Brooks Killed in Accident at I-10 near Beaumont, TX

Date of Accident
April 11, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Emma Brooks
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-10, Beaumont, TX, USA

What Happened

Beaumont Police have identified the person killed in a collision at I-10 near Beaumont, TX on April 11th, 2022. They say the incident happened when an 18-wheeler reportedly lost control and veered over a concrete barrier into an adjacent traffic lane. It was then struck head-on by a Cadillac Escalade, causing fatal injuries to 67-year-old occupant, Emma Brooks. Police say 2-3 others in the vehicle were hospitalized with minor injuries. The 18-wheeler driver was not hospitalized and may have suffered minor injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Beaumont Police
Vehicles Involved
18-Wheeler, Cadillac Escalade
Road/Highway
I-10
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

18-Wheeler and Cadillac Escalade collided

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