Towman Killed While Assisting Disabled Semi

A tow truck operator was killed early Wednesday morning after being struck by a passing semi-truck while assisting a disabled vehicle along Interstate 165 near Owensboro, Kentucky.

According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, the crash occurred in the southbound lanes near U.S. 60 in the 6020 block of Interstate 165, close to the Daviess and Ohio County line. Authorities say the technician had exited his tow truck to help a disabled semi parked on the shoulder when another southbound semi struck him.

Investigators say the truck also sideswiped both the tow truck and the disabled semi, causing moderate damage before leaving the scene. Deputies soon alerted nearby agencies to search for the suspect vehicle.

Law enforcement later located the truck about 12 miles from the crash site. The driver, identified as 31-year-old Suk Subba, had pulled over and was inspecting damage to his vehicle when officers arrived. Investigators say the damage and debris matched evidence from the crash.

Officials noted the tow truck’s warning lights were activated and the operator was wearing reflective safety gear.

Subba was arrested and charged with manslaughter, leaving the scene of an accident, wanton endangerment, and failing to yield to an emergency vehicle. Source: https://www.14news.com