National Work Zone Awareness: Move Over Law takes effect this week

PennDOT advises motorists to be careful when approaching work zone areas.

Pennsylvania State Police released more information regarding the accident that occurred.

According to police, PennDOT employee Thomas Vitale, 52, of Nanticoke, was struck by a truck carrying an oversized load.

The truck was being piloted by Brian Keith Lucas, 46, of Lykens, in Dauphin County.

The accident occurred at 10:20 a.m. while Vitale was operating a jackhammer in the coned safety zone in the northbound lane of Route 309 in Plains Township.

The truck Lucas was driving had two large sheds which overhung into the construction zone, striking Vitale.

There is no word at this time regarding Vitale’s condition, or if any charges will be filed.