A truck driver for Perdue Farms has died in a crash at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Sunday morning that sent the tractor-trailer over the guardrails into the water.
Perdue confirmed the news in a statement:
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.We are cooperating fully with authorities as they continue their investigation.Perdue
The single-vehicle crash happened around 6:30 a.m. near the North Channel Bridge on the southbound span, just south of Fisherman’s Island. The tractor-trailer went over the west side of the bridge.
Watch: Video shows damage to CBBT guardrail after truck crash
Video shows CBBT guardrail damage after truck crash
The bridge-tunnel facility sustained damage to a guardrail and curb in the crash. Maintenance crews with the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel are on scene making emergency repairs…