News Summary
A tragic accident on Interstate 95 in Greenwich resulted in the death of a construction worker early Saturday morning. The driver, Osvaldo Vela, lost control of his vehicle and entered a construction zone, striking Traymont Tucker, a 38-year-old worker. Emergency services pronounced Tucker dead at the scene. Vela suffered minor injuries and was taken to Stamford Hospital, where he is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. Authorities emphasized the importance of highway safety and the need for driver awareness, especially near construction zones.
Greenwich, Connecticut – Construction Worker Killed in I-95 Accident
An early Saturday morning crash on Interstate 95 in Greenwich resulted in the death of a construction worker and injury to the driver involved. The incident occurred near exit 3 on the northbound side of the highway and has prompted ongoing investigations into highway safety measures and driver awareness.
Details of the Incident
According to reports, around 2:24 a.m., a vehicle driven by Osvaldo Vela, 38, from Yonkers, New York, veered off course and entered a construction zone on I-95 North. The area was marked with active construction, including a closed left lane among three travel lanes. As Vela’s vehicle entered the zone, it struck Traymont Tucker, 38, of Waterbury, who was working as a private construction worker at the site.
The collision was severe enough that Greenwich EMS pronounced Tucker dead at the scene shortly before 3:00 a.m.. The driver, Vela, sustained minor injuries and was transported to Stamford Hospital for treatment. Law enforcement officials report that Vela is cooperating with investigators and that no charges have been filed at this time.
Impact on Traffic and Scene Management
Following the accident, authorities shut down I-95 North to facilitate the investigation, which was ongoing for several hours. The highway was reopened just before 10 a.m.. The vehicle involved was removed from the scene and transported for further examination.
Official Response and Safety Reminders
The Connecticut Department of Transportation expressed its condolences to Tucker’s family, friends, and colleagues, emphasizing the tragic loss. The department also highlighted the inherent dangers of highway construction zones and urged drivers to abide by traffic laws designed to protect workers.
Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto specifically noted the importance of the Slow Down, Move Over law, which requires drivers to reduce speed and change lanes to create a safe buffer when approaching emergency and construction scenes. The incident underscores the critical need for public awareness and adherence to safety regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Outreach
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances that led to the accident. They have encouraged anyone with relevant information to contact Troop G at 203-696-2500. Additionally, inquiries can be directed to Trooper George Lyman via email, as part of effort to determine all factors involved.
This incident has brought renewed attention to the safety measures necessary to protect construction workers on busy highways. Experts and officials continue to advocate for increased enforcement of traffic laws, better signage, and driver education to prevent future fatalities in highway work zones.
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Additional Resources
- NBC Connecticut
- Wikipedia: Construction Zone Safety
- Greenwich Time
- Google Search: Construction Worker Safety
- Fox61
- Google Scholar: Highway Work Safety
- WTNH
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Safety
- News 12 Connecticut
- Google News: Construction Safety Accidents
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