Fatal construction incident at new Clearwater Publix identifies workers
Authorities in Clearwater, Florida have now identified the two construction workers involved in an accident at the construction site of a new Publix store. Sadly, Victor Hugo Martinez Gelves, 38, of Davenport, passed away at Morton Plant Hospital shortly after the incident. Meanwhile, Gustavo Esmir Linarez Castillo, 43, of Orlando, was hospitalized at Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital for injuries that were deemed non-life-threatening. The accident occurred when a scissor lift collapsed at the South Missouri Avenue site. Local officials and first responders were quick to the scene following the incident. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been alerted and will be conducting a thorough investigation into the incident at the construction site. Further details on the ongoing investigation are currently limited.
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