News Summary
A sad accident on I-95 resulted in the death of 38-year-old construction worker Traymont Tucker. Struck while working in a construction zone, investigators seek witnesses to clarify the details of this tragedy. Authorities remind drivers to prioritize safety in construction areas. Tucker’s labor union expressed deep sorrow for the loss, underscoring the risks faced by highway workers. The ongoing investigation raises awareness about the critical need for adherence to safety protocols.
Greenwich – A tragic accident on I-95 claimed the life of a 38-year-old construction worker early Saturday morning. Traymont Tucker, a resident of Waterbury, was struck and killed while working in a construction zone around 2:25 a.m.
The incident occurred on the northbound side of I-95, just south of exit 3, where the left travel lane was closed due to ongoing construction. Tucker was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical services shortly after 3 a.m. The driver of the vehicle involved, a Dodge Durango, was identified as Osvaldo Vela, a 38-year-old man from Yonkers, New York. Vela sustained minor injuries from the incident and was transported to Stamford Hospital for medical treatment.
Authorities, including the Connecticut state police and the Greenwich Fire Department, were present at the scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident. As a result of the investigation, I-95 north was temporarily shut down, with traffic resuming just before 10 a.m. on the same day.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and as of Saturday afternoon, no charges have been filed against Vela. The state police are actively seeking information from witnesses or others who may have details about the incident, and they encourage individuals to contact Trooper George Lyman or Troop G in Bridgeport.
Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto expressed condolences to Tucker’s family, highlighting the inherent dangers that highway workers face on a daily basis. He underscored the importance of the state’s “Slow Down, Move Over” law, which is designed to protect workers in construction zones and urged drivers to remain alert and sober while navigating through these areas to prevent similar tragedies.
Tucker was a member of the local 146 laborers’ union, which issued a statement expressing profound grief over the loss of their brother. The union extended condolences to Tucker’s family, friends, and colleagues, recognizing the impact of his loss on the community and the construction workforce.
Local witnesses and residents have voiced their sorrow over Tucker’s death, emphasizing the critical need for drivers to adhere to safety protocols in construction zones. The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the vital work that construction personnel carry out to maintain and improve infrastructure, often at significant personal risk.
In summary, the untimely death of Traymont Tucker highlights the dangers associated with highway construction work and the responsibility of drivers to act cautiously in such areas. As investigations proceed, authorities continue to appeal to the public for information to clarify the sequence of events leading to this tragic incident.
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