Thruway Authority worker struck and killed on I-90 in Western NY

By The Niagara Gazette, Niagara Falls, N.Y. (TNS)
The New York State Police are investigating a Monday morning incident in which a New York State Thruway Authority maintenance worker was fatally struck on I-90 westbound near Silver Creek in Western New York.
The accident occurred about 8 a.m. Monday just before Exit 58. A preliminary investigation determined that a vehicle traveling westbound on I-90 struck the maintenance worker who was outside their Thruway Authority vehicle at the time.
The New York State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the New York State Thruway Authority are assisting in this investigation.
Gov. Kathy Hochul released a statement on the incident, later Monday morning:
“Earlier today, a Thruway Authority Maintenance employee tragically lost his life when he was struck by a vehicle while working on I-90 in Silver Creek. We are heartbroken over the devastating death of a dedicated public servant, and my prayers go out to his family, friends and fellow co-workers during this difficult time. Roadside workers risk their lives every day to ensure the safety of all drivers on the road and they deserve our utmost attention at all times. This is the second fatality involving a Thruway maintenance worker this year and it is a serious reminder to slow down, safely move over and be alert for all vehicles stopped on the side of the road.”
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