Millsboro-  The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal industrial accident that occurred yesterday morning.

The incident occurred on December 5, 2019 at approximately 7:45 a.m., when Troopers responded to The Bros Landscaping business located at 24452 Hollyville Road, Millsboro, in reference to an industrial accident.  Upon arrival, it was learned that an employee was working on a dump truck on site.  The employee was found by the owner of the business pinned underneath the dump truck.

The victim, identified as 34-year-old Jose Zamora-Rivera of Milton, DE, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 120619 1212

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