A truck driver for Perdue Farms died early Feb. 15 during a crash that sent his vehicle flying over the guardrails of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT) and into icy water.
The crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. close to the North Channel Bridge on the southbound side when the truck flew over the bridge’s west side, according to a CBBT press release shared with the Daily Caller. CBBT Police are investigating the incident. Weather did not play a role in the incident and visibility was “fair,” officials said.
The driver was Ronnie Andrews, 61, of Robersonville, North Carolina, according to the press release. Perdue Farms confirmed Andrews had died following the crash in a statement cited by WTKR.
“We are heartbroken to confirm that a Perdue driver died following an accident on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge‑Tunnel. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. He had been a valued member of our team, and his loss will be deeply felt across our organization,” the statement read.
“We are cooperating fully with authorities as they continue their investigation,” it continued.
God help that poor soul. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I hope he never knew what happened! Every time this happens, I wonder why they don’t make those bridge side rails strong enough to hold a truck since that bridge carries so much truck traffic and accidents do happen, so make the damn rails stronger and higher.
I completely agree.