Jason R. Ball, 48, Bronson Ball, 21, and Douglas M. Kramer, 43, killed in workplace accident in parking lot of Whitley County Consolidated Schools transportation building in Columbia City, Indiana
Modified Date:
Sat, 09/21/2024 - 9:34amAccident Date:
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
3 sewer workers die after becoming trapped in Indiana manhole
A Technical Rescue Team from the Fort Wayne Fire Department was able to pull the men from the manhole and medics started life-saving measures, but all were declared dead at the scene.
Coroner IDs workers who died in Columbia City sewer incident
The men were identified by Whitley County Coroner Randy Dellinger as 48-year-old Jason R. Ball and 21-year-old Bronson Ball, both of Columbia City, and 43-year-old Douglas M. Kramer of Fort Wayne.
Indiana Company Fined $14K After 3 Workers Die In Manhole
The Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration imposed the fine on Jan. 29 against Fort Wayne-based Crosby Excavating Inc. after an inspection found three “serious” safety violations and one “repeat" safety violation.
What every family needs to know about Columbia City wrongful death claims
When someone is killed in a car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, or other kind of accident, family members left behind must cope with the tragedy as best they can. Many important decisions need to be made, and a wrongful death claim needs to be filed. An experienced Columbia City personal injury lawyer can help.
In Columbia City, a claim can be filed only by specific family members, but there are strict requirements and deadlines that must be met. It is critical to talk with a Columbia City wrongful death attorney to get the information and advice needed to move forward.
Type: Other Type of Accident
People Involved:
Jason R. Ball
Bronson Ball
Douglas M. Kramer
City:
Columbia City, INCounty:
Whitley County, INArea:
Ft. Wayne, IN
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