Reginald Dywann Eaglin Jr., 30, of Beaumont, Texas, was found unresponsive near a vehicle in the parking lot of America’s Best Value Inn on December 21, 2018. Officers arrived about 10:16 a.m. and confirmed Eaglin had succumbed to his injuries. The scene was secured and witnesses were interviewed.

Police took a person of interest into custody shortly after the incident and transported that individual and several witnesses to the station for further questioning. Motive and the precise circumstances of the shooting remain unclear as investigators continue to gather evidence.

Eaglin’s family and friends remember him fondly; the community has expressed sorrow over his death. If anyone saw activity in the America’s Best Value Inn parking lot that morning or has information about what happened, please come forward.