Roadside mechanic killed on I-696, highlights risks roadside workers face

The Brief

  • The teen died when a passing vehicle hit him as he was doing repair work on the shoulder Monday night.
  • A business owner says having to carry specialized insurance drives up costs, which ultimately leads to higher prices.

(FOX 2) A police investigation is underway after a 19-year-old roadside mechanic was killed while responding to a scene along I-696 and Mound Road in Warren.

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The worker died when a passing vehicle hit him as he was doing repair work on the shoulder Monday night. The incident is yet another reminder of the dangers these mechanics face while on the job.

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