News Summary
A tragic accident occurred on the Atlantic City Expressway when a construction worker was struck and killed by a reversing truck in a work zone. The incident highlights the dangers faced by workers in construction areas. Emergency responders attended the scene, but the worker, who was critically injured, succumbed to his injuries shortly after. The New Jersey State Police and multiple agencies are investigating the circumstances of the incident, emphasizing the need for strict safety measures in such high-risk environments.
Construction Worker Killed by Truck on Atlantic City Expressway
Winslow Township, New Jersey—A construction worker was fatally struck by a truck early Friday morning on the Atlantic City Expressway, marking a tragic incident in a remote work zone. The accident occurred around 7 a.m. in the eastbound lanes at milepost 36.5, near Camden County, in an active construction area.
Details of the Incident
The victim, a 31-year-old from Egg Harbor Township, was working in a designated construction zone when the incident took place. According to reports, the driver of an attenuator truck was reversing to retrieve cones from a shoulder lane closure. Attenuator trucks are specially designed vehicles meant to shield workers and motorists from hazards in construction areas.
Unaware that the construction worker was behind the truck, the driver reversed, leading to the fatal collision. Witnesses in the area reported that the worker was critically injured at the scene. Emergency responders transported him to a nearby facility, but reports confirmed that the worker died from his injuries either at the scene or shortly thereafter.
Initial information from state police suggested no injuries or fatalities related directly to the crash itself. However, further investigation clarified that a separate minor collision had also occurred in the same vicinity at roughly the same time. Despite the initial reports, multiple sources confirmed the death of the worker. The victim’s identity has not yet been officially released, with police and the victim’s family opting to withhold names out of respect.
Responses and Investigation
The South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) confirmed that the victim was a subcontractor working on the project. The agency declined to confirm his death publicly, citing respect for the worker’s and the family’s privacy. Meanwhile, the New Jersey State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, and the authorities have indicated the case is still open.
Multiple agencies are involved in the ongoing inquiry. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been made aware of the incident but has not released further details at this stage. As of Sunday afternoon, no additional information has been provided regarding the accident or any potential safety violations.
Additional Context
This fatal accident highlights the dangers faced by workers in construction zones, especially when heavy machinery is involved. Reversing operations are inherently risky, and accidents can occur if proper precautions are not followed or if operators are unaware of persons behind equipment.
Construction zones on major highways like the Atlantic City Expressway are common sites for traffic disruptions and require rigorous safety measures. Attenuator trucks are a standard safety device in such areas, intended to absorb impact and shield workers from passing vehicles. Nonetheless, accidents can still happen if drivers or workers are not adequately alert.
Background
The incident is under active investigation, with authorities examining truck reversing procedures, signaling, and visibility conditions at the time of the event. No further details have been released regarding the cause of the accident or whether any safety protocols were violated. Witnesses and officials have emphasized the importance of strict adherence to safety practices in construction zones to prevent future tragedies.
As the investigation continues, officials have urged caution and vigilance in construction areas to protect workers and motorists alike. The incident underscores the importance of effective communication and safety procedures in high-risk environments to avoid similar tragedies in the future.
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Additional Resources
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