News Summary
A tragic accident occurred on the Atlantic City Expressway when a construction worker was struck by a truck in a work zone. The worker, a 31-year-old man, was critically injured and died at the scene. The incident happened during roadwork, where the truck driver was backing up to retrieve cones. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, emphasizing the importance of safety protocols in construction zones.
Construction Worker Killed by Backing Truck on Atlantic City Expressway
Incident Overview
Atlantic City, NJ — A construction worker lost his life after being struck by a truck in a work zone on the Atlantic City Expressway early Friday morning. The fatal incident occurred around 7 a.m. on July 25, at the eastbound lanes near milepost 36.5 in Winslow Township, Camden County.
Details of the Accident
The worker was hit while in a construction area where ongoing roadwork was underway. The driver of an attenuator truck, a vehicle designed to shield motorists and workers in construction zones, was backing up to retrieve cones from a shoulder lane closure when the collision happened. The truck driver reportedly did not see the worker behind the vehicle at the time, leading to the tragic event.
Multiple reports indicate that the worker was critically injured on the spot and was transported by emergency responders. Despite immediate medical attention, witnesses at the scene confirmed that the worker died at the scene of the crash.
Victim Identification and Response
The deceased is identified as a 31-year-old man from Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. Authorities have not officially released his name out of respect for his family and privacy reasons. Several sources have confirmed his death, but no additional personal details have been provided.
The South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) confirmed that the deceased was a subcontractor working on the project. The agency has not officially confirmed his death but acknowledged the incident involved one of their subcontractors.
Initial police reports indicated there were no injuries related to the incident, but it was later clarified that a separate minor crash occurred nearby at the same time. The specific circumstances surrounding the worker’s death remain under investigation.
Investigation Details
The New Jersey State Police are leading the investigation into the incident. Currently, authorities have not released detailed findings, and the inquiry remains ongoing as of Sunday afternoon. The police are examining factors such as the truck driver’s awareness of the worker’s position and the safety protocols in place during the backing-up process.
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) has been notified of the incident. At this stage, OSHA has not released additional information or conducted inspections, but they are likely to review safety procedures and standards in relation to the case.
Additional Context
The Atlantic City Expressway is a major roadway that often requires extensive construction and maintenance. Work zones are equipped with safety measures such as attenuator trucks designed to minimize accidents, but incidents can still occur if workers or drivers are not fully visible or alert.
Construction workers face inherent risks, especially in areas where vehicles are active and moving in close proximity. Authorities emphasize the importance of safety protocols, including clear communication and the use of safety equipment, to reduce the likelihood of accidents in such zones.
This tragic event follows a broader ongoing effort to improve safety standards in roadwork zones across New Jersey, aiming to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Next Steps
The investigation by the law enforcement agencies will continue to determine the cause of the accident, including examining the driver’s actions, vehicle equipment, and the positioning of the worker. Authorities have not announced any charges or disciplinary actions at this time.
Additional updates are anticipated as authorities gather more information about the circumstances surrounding the crash and implement measures to improve safety in construction zones.
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Additional Resources
- NBC Philadelphia
- CBS News
- Daily Voice
- Courier Post
- NBC Philadelphia – Crash Update
- Wikipedia: Highway construction
- Google Search: Atlantic City Expressway
- Google Scholar: Construction safety
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Highway Construction
- Google News: Atlantic City Expressway construction accident
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