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January 8, 2026 Fatality

Accident Classification: Powered Haulage
Location: Hunter Cement Plant - New Braunfels, TX
Mine Controller: CRH PLC
Mine Type: Facility
Mined Material: Cement
Incident Date/Time: January 8, 2026 01:20 pm
PRELIMINARY REPORT

An over the road truck driver died after he became pinned between the dump bed and the frame of a truck.

The information provided in this notice is based on preliminary data ONLY and does not represent final determination regarding the nature of the incident or conclusions regarding the cause of the accident.

FATALITY ALERT

MINE FATALITY – On January 8, 2026, an over-the-road truck driver died after he became pinned between the dump bed and the frame of a truck.