Texas

Rafael Rios Cortez Killed in Accident at FM 917 in Burleson, TX

Published on: September 17, 2024

Date of Accident
August 27, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Rafael Rios Cortez
Type of Accident
Work Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

West FM 917, Burleson, TX, USA

What Happened

OHSA is investigating a collision that killed a construction worker at FM 917 in Burleson, TX on August 27th, 2024. Police say the incident happned around 2:20 a.m. Investigators are saying a Nissan Frontier collided with a safety flagger in a construction zone. Reports indicate the flagger, identified as 61-year-old Rafael Rios-Cortez, was fatally injured. Authorities did not have any additional inforamtion available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
OSHA
Vehicles Involved
Undisclosed Vehicle
Road/Highway
FM 917
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Construction worker was struck by a vehicle

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