HANOVER, N.Y. (WKBW) — New York State Police is investigating a deadly crash that shut down traffic on I-90 West Monday morning.
The accident happened in Hanover at 8 a.m. just before Exit 58.
Below is video of the scene from an overpass above I-90.
New York State Police say a preliminary investigation determined a car traveling westbound hit and killed a Thruway Authority maintenance worker who was outside their Thruway Authority vehicle.
All westbound lanes between Exit 57 and Exit 58 were closed for several hours.
Police say this is an ongoing investigation and more information will be released as it becomes available.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul released the following statement on the crash:
“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.”
The New York State Thruway Authority shared the following statement on social media:
"The Thruway Authority is operating with a heavy heart after the death of one of our colleagues in Silver Creek in our Buffalo Division.
Our Maintenance employees embody the heart and soul of this organization, often risking their lives to ensure the safety of all drivers. 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."
