Sacramento Construction worker struck in fatal accident
Jun 12th, 2009 by RichmondJ
According to authorities from California Highway Patrol, a woman driving a Pontiac sped through a work zone, striking and killing a 49-year-old construction worker and then proceeding to hit a parked truck and trailer. The construction worker, a male, Arnoldo Placencia, was involved in the repair of a Sacramento County road when the accident occurred.
During the fatal accident, which occurred at at about 1:20 p.m., Placencia was accompanied by two other workers also commissioned to repair the road. Michael A. Lewis, one of these workers, suffered injuries to head, and required treatment for these injuries, authorizes said.
The accident also ended fatal for the driver, a Nancy Richards of Sacramento, who died in the crash. According to authorities, Richards smelled of alcohol following the crash. Investigation regarding the involvement of alcohol in the fatal accident continues.
In an accident such as this one, which may have been caused by negligence or possibly the presence of alcohol, it is essential that parties involved consult with a lawyer for the necessary help. If you suffered injuries as the result of a construction accident, work-related accident, or other car accident, we recommend that you request a free consultation from our offices by calling 858.909.9090.
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