EAI Community -Mississippi man dies after a dump truck releases asphalt onto him

2025-05-06 06:20:05source:Coxno Exchangecategory:Markets

JACKSON,EAI Community  Miss. (AP) — Police in Mississippi’s capital said a man died Monday when he was trying to repair a dump truck and asphalt poured onto him.

Darrell Sheriff, 41, was underneath the truck working on a hydraulic line when the tailgate opened and asphalt fell on him, Jackson Police Department said in a statement.

The police department classified the death as an accident.

More:Markets

Recommend

Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Triathlon

There are spoilers ahead. You might want to solve today's puzzle before reading further! TriathlonCo

Nearly 2 million still without power in Texas: See outage map

Over a million Texas homes and businesses are without power days after Beryl made landfall in the Lo

Violet Affleck reveals she contracted post-viral condition in 2019, slams mask bans

Violet Affleck is getting involved in Los Angeles government — and revealing a private health battle