Rep. Ugaste Statement on Fatal Accident Involving Construction Worker

St. Charles, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) has issued a statement following an accident that claimed the life of a construction worker on the Kennedy Expressway Monday night:

“I am saddened to hear of the tragic accident that claimed the life of construction worker Francisco Padilla-Gutierrez on the Kennedy Expressway late Monday night. My prayers go out to Mr. Padilla-Gutierrez and his family and friends. We all must remember to slow down in construction zones and help protect our hard-working men and women who are doing their jobs while in harm’s way. Slowing down and being cautious in construction zones helps save lives.”

Rep. Dan Ugaste serves Illinois House District 65. For more information, contact Rep. Ugaste’s office at 630-797-5530 or visit his website at repugaste.com.