A tragic early-morning crash in Port Arthur, Texas, claimed the life of a 23-year-old woman from Spring on Thursday, October 16, 2025, according to the Port Arthur Police Department.
Officials reported that the fatal collision occurred around 4:15 a.m. in the 2100 block of State Highway 87, near the route toward Sabine Pass. The crash involved four vehicles, and preliminary findings suggest that the young woman’s vehicle was rear-ended during the incident. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Justice of the Peace Brad Burnett has ordered an autopsy as part of the ongoing investigation to determine the precise cause of death.
In the hours following the crash, police temporarily closed Highway 87 while emergency crews cleared debris and investigators reconstructed the scene. The roadway has since reopened to the public.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim, pending notification of her family. The Port Arthur Police Department’s Accident Reconstruction Team continues to examine the events leading up to the collision.
The heartbreaking accident has left the Port Arthur community in mourning, with many offering prayers and condolences to the victim’s loved ones. Officials are reminding motorists to stay vigilant and cautious, particularly during early morning travel, when low visibility and driver fatigue can increase the risk of serious crashes.