Hanover, N.Y. (WBEN) - A New York State Thruway Authority maintenance worker is dead after being struck by a car on the I-90 Westbound on Monday.
State Police say Troopers arrived to the scene just before Exit 58 in Hanover, at around 8 a.m. EST. A preliminary investigation found that the worker was hit while walking outside of their Thruway Authority vehicle.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul released the following statement on Monday's incident:
"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."
NYSP Collision Reconstruction Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the New York State Thruway Authority are assisting in the ongoing investigation.