Texas

Five People Injured in Accident at Optimus Steel in Orange County, TX

Published on: October 6, 2021

Date of Accident
October 5, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Workplace Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Optimus Steel, U.S. 90, Vidor, TX, USA

What Happened

Police in the are are investigating an incident that left five people injured at Optimus Steel in Orange County, TX on October 5th, 2021. Police say that a vehicle being moved by a crane at the facility was dropped under unclear circumstances. Two people were hospitalized with leg and back injuries while three others were taken by private vehicle for treatment. Officials say the non of the injuries were believed to life-threatening. Additional details were not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Orange County Sheriff's Office
Road/Highway
Optimus Stee
Injuries Sustained

Various injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Vehicle being moved by a crane was dropped

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