Champaign Urbana & Springfield Decatur, IL, September 18, 2026 —

A construction worker lost their life early Friday morning after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 275 in Ohio. The incident occurred near the Route 747 exit.

Specific details regarding the construction worker, such as their name, age, or the company they were employed by, have not been publicly released. The circumstances leading up to the worker being struck by the vehicle also remain unclear at this time. Authorities have not yet provided information about the type of vehicle involved or the driver’s identity.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reportedly investigating the incident. Further details regarding the investigation’s timeline or any preliminary findings have not been made available. The exact time of the incident on Friday morning was not provided.

Interstate 275 is a major highway serving the Cincinnati metropolitan area. Construction zones on highways can present significant risks to workers.

Information regarding any potential traffic disruptions caused by the incident or the subsequent investigation has not been detailed. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is expected to release more information as the investigation progresses. The location, specifically the proximity to Route 747, is a known interchange area on the interstate.

No further information was available regarding the immediate aftermath of the incident, such as whether any traffic diversions were put in place or if the involved lanes were temporarily closed. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.


Story summarized from the original created by WXIX News staff, Brady Williams, Jordan Gartner on www.wandtv.com, see more information here.

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