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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – An emergency situation unfolded Monday at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport after an employee was killed.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said that around 9:38 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 27, officers were sent out to the airport for reports of an employee hit by a vehicle on the tarmac.
Airport representatives later confirmed an airline ramp vehicle was involved.
The person died at the scene, according to police.
Airport officials reported no “significant” impacts to airport operations and released the following statement:
This morning at approximately 9:30 a.m., a single-vehicle accident involving an airline ramp vehicle occurred at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Emergency and medical crews responded promptly. Sadly, the individual involved did not survive. Our deepest condolences go out to the employee’s family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time. The Airport is working closely with airline and first responder partners in the ongoing investigation and is providing support as needed. Airport chaplains are available on site.
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This tragic incident occurred at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Tuesday, when an employee was struck and killed by a vehicle on the tarmac. According to officials, the employee was a member of the ground crew and was working near a taxiway when the accident occurred.
The airport has expressed their condolences to the employee’s family and is cooperating with authorities in the investigation of the incident. It is a heartbreaking reminder of the dangers that airport workers face every day as they work to ensure the safe operation of flights.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the employee during this difficult time. We hope that this incident serves as a reminder to airports and airlines to prioritize the safety of their employees and implement measures to prevent such tragedies from happening in the future.
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