BEAUMONT, Texas — A man was struck and killed by a vehicle while attempting to cross the highway in the 700 block of West Cardinal Dr on Thursday night, according to Beaumont police.

Officers were sent to the scene at about 9:41 p.m. on Oct. 30 after receiving reports that a person had been struck.

Police say a man was trying to cross the highway when a vehicle struck him. The driver stayed at the scene following the collision.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His name will not be released until his immediate family has been notified.

Southbound lanes between Florida Avenue and Highland Dr were closed for about four hours as authorities finished their investigation. Police said updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

The highway was reopened by about

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