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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Drowsy driving accident
2. Fatal crash caused by driver fatigue
Pennsylvania State Police have confirmed that a tragic accident on I-83 in York County resulted in the deaths of three workers. The driver of a box truck reportedly fell asleep at the wheel, causing a collision with the workers in an active work zone. The crash occurred in the early hours of April 17, between Exit 35 and Exit 36 in Fairview Township. The victims were identified as Jesse McKenzie, Robert Hampe, and Philson Hinebaugh III. Construction crews were working on a project in the area, with night shifts scheduled. Drivers are reminded to be cautious in work zones. Watch WGAL’s Jake Reyes report on the incident.
1. Drowsy driving accident kills three workers, PSP confirms
2. Fatal crash caused by driver falling asleep, claims PSP
Driver falls asleep before crash that kills 3 workers on I-83 in York County
Updated: 10:20 AM BST May 10, 2024
Pennsylvania State Police have reported that a tragic incident occurred on I-83 in York County last month, where a box truck driver fell asleep at the wheel, resulting in the untimely deaths of three workers. The devastating crash took place around 3:30 a.m. on April 17 in the southbound lanes between Exit 35, Lewisberry, and Exit 36, Fishing Creek, in Fairview Township. The location of the accident, a busy stretch of road with ongoing construction projects, added to the severity of the situation.
The Pennsylvania State Police statement revealed that the driver was traveling at an excessive speed for an active work zone, leading to the collision with a stationary crash attenuator truck. The impact caused the box truck to veer onto the shoulder, where it tragically struck the three workers, who were pronounced dead at the scene.
The victims were identified as Jesse McKenzie, 24, of Somerset; Robert Hampe, 42, of Meyersdale; and Philson Hinebaugh III, 24, of Johnstown. These individuals were part of a construction crew working on a crack-sealing project along I-83, which was scheduled for night shifts from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Authorities had issued prior warnings about the construction work, advising drivers to remain alert and cautious due to rolling lane closures during the project. The loss of these workers has deeply impacted their families, friends, and the local community.
Additionally, the crash has raised concerns about driver fatigue and road safety measures, prompting calls for stricter regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future. The tragic loss of life serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by road workers and the importance of vigilance on the part of all motorists.
The community has come together to mourn the loss of these individuals and honor their memory. Local authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the crash to determine any further actions that may be necessary to prevent such tragedies from occurring again.
