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Buckeye Worker Killed by Loader Identified as Luis Valdez, 52

Police say he was struck by a loader at a jobsite near MC 85 at Miller Road in Buckeye.

Overview

  • Investigators released the victim’s name as Luis Valdez, 52, following next-of-kin notification.
  • The fatal incident occurred on Feb. 11 at a construction site in Buckeye near MC 85 and Miller Road.
  • Police reported that a coworker operating a loader struck and killed Valdez.
  • Authorities described the case as an industrial accident and said only limited details are available.
  • Officials have not released information about the loader operator or any potential charges as the investigation continues.