SAN ANTONIO – An H-E-B warehouse worker has died following a medical episode at work.
On Sunday, first responders were called to a local H-E-B warehouse for an employee showing signs of medical distress.
According to an H-E-B spokesperson, one of their warehouse partners was operating a forklift when she came to a stop.
Another partner at the warehouse noticed that she appeared to show signs of distress, and EMS was called.
“One of our warehouse Partners was transported to the hospital after showing signs of distress,” said the spokesperson for H-E-B. “She later passed away at the hospital. We continue to work closely with officials regarding the situation. “
H-E-B wanted to clarify that the employee was not found unconscious in a freezer and had not sustained injuries caused by a forklift.
“Our H-E-B Family is heartbroken, and we are providing support to and are in contact with the family during this difficult time,” said H-E-B. “We are also staying close to our Partners.”
The employee tragically succumbed to her medical episode at the hospital. The investigation continues.