A tragic highway accident involving a construction worker has happened in Arkansas.
A construction worker working on a bridge in Pine Bluff was fatally killed while directing traffic. He was pronounced dead at the scene. When you are driving in a construction zone, PLEASE be careful. Hardworking people’s lives are at risk.
Construction Worker Dead After Tragic Accident
Ulyess Chandler Jr., a 65-year-old from Pine Bluff, was fatally struck by a vehicle while working as a traffic flagger on the Saline River bridge. The incident occurred in the southbound lane of U.S. 79 on Monday.
Chandler was hit by a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado at approximately 3:05 p.m., according to initial reports. Despite immediate response, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
This tragic event marks the 394th traffic-related death in Arkansas this year. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading to the accident.
It’s unclear what led to the tragic accident. No one has been named at fault for the death.
Rules For Driving In Construction Zones
It’s exactly for reasons like this that the Arkansas Department of Transportation is telling people to put down their phones while driving through construction zones.
The “Slow Down, Phone Down” campaign promotes work zone safety across the state, encouraging drivers to reduce speed and stow their phones upon entering construction areas. These actions are crucial for accident prevention and are legally mandated in work zones.
Please drive carefully. People’s lives are at risk. Including yours.
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