News Summary
A 31-year-old construction worker was tragically killed when he was struck by a truck in a construction zone on the Atlantic City Expressway. The accident occurred during morning hours as the truck driver was backing up to collect traffic cones. Emergency responders arrived, but the worker was reported to have died at the scene. The incident highlights the dangers faced by construction crews in active work areas, prompting an ongoing investigation by the New Jersey State Police and OSHA into safety protocols and measures.
Atlantic City, New Jersey – A 31-year-old construction worker tragically lost his life after being struck by a truck on the Atlantic City Expressway. The incident occurred at approximately 7 a.m. on Friday, July 25, in a construction zone located in the eastbound lanes at milepost 36.5 in Winslow Township, Camden County.
The worker was hit by an attenuator truck, which is specifically designed to protect both workers and motorists in construction areas. At the time of the accident, the truck driver was backing up to collect cones from a lane that had been closed for work. The driver did not realize that the construction worker was situated behind the vehicle when the impact occurred.
Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, but initial reports indicated that the worker had suffered critical injuries. He was transported to a medical facility; however, multiple witnesses have since reported that he died at the scene of the incident. The South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) confirmed that the victim was a subcontractor working for them but chose not to release the man’s name out of respect for his family. Despite some sources identifying the worker as Dominick Tarsitano from Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, the police have not officially confirmed this information.
Confusion arose shortly after the incident, as state police initially reported that there were no injuries associated with the accident. This led to further clarifications, revealing that a separate minor crash had occurred in the same vicinity around the same time as the fatal incident, although it was unrelated to the tragic event that led to the worker’s death.
The investigation into the accident is currently being spearheaded by the New Jersey State Police. Additionally, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been made aware of the incident, though no further details have been disclosed as of now. The investigation remains ongoing, and law enforcement authorities have stated that additional information will be released once it is available.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the inherent dangers faced by construction workers in active work zones. The Atlantic City Expressway has seen multiple construction projects and efforts to enhance roadway safety; however, this event underscores the need for vigilance and strict adherence to safety protocols to prevent such tragedies in the future.
The SJTA has issued a statement expressing condolences to the families impacted by the accident, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the safety of all workers and road users in construction zones. They reiterated the importance of protecting lives and promoting safety measures within their operations.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are expected to review safety measures in place at the time of the incident, evaluating the effectiveness of the protocols designed to safeguard construction workers. While the loss of life is an irreplaceable tragedy, there is hope that the lessons learned from this event will lead to enhanced safety practices in future construction endeavors.
In light of this unfortunate incident, it calls for a collective recognition of the critical importance of safety in the construction industry and the responsibilities that drivers have while navigating through active work zones.
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