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September 8, 2025 Fatality

Accident Classification: Powered Haulage
Location: Lynch Corp - Providence, Rhode Island
Mine Controller: Stephen P Lynch Jr; David C Lynch
Mine Type: Surface
Mined Material: Construction Sand and Gravel
Incident Date/Time: September 8, 2025 07:22 am
PRELIMINARY REPORT

A contract haul truck driver was injured while dumping a load of material at the top of a stockpile. The ground under the truck failed causing the truck to overturn onto its cab. Theminer died later from his injuries.

The information provided in this notice is based on preliminary data ONLY and does not represent final determination regarding the nature of the incident or conclusions regarding the cause of the accident.

FATALITY ALERT

MINE FATALITY – A contract haul truck driver was injured while dumping a load of material at the top of a stockpile. The ground under the truck failed causing the truck to overturn onto its cab. The driver died later from his injuries.