MoDOT Worker Struck and Killed

A Missouri Department of Transportation maintenance worked died Monday in the line of duty. MoDOT says the incident took place in Platte County. 61-year-old Lloyd Crawford was struck by a vehicle while performing flooding emergency work in Tracy. Crawford had served 18 years with the Missouri Department of Transportation. and was working as the Platte City Maintenance Supervisor. MoDOT Kansas City District Engineer Chris Redline said, “Our hearts are heavy.” MoDOT said motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones.