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Redondo Beach Today
By the People, for the People
Semi-truck hits elevated worker in cherry picker, causing serious injuries in Redondo Beach
Police said the man suffered a severe concussion and possible broken bones after hitting his head on the pavement.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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A worker suspended above a South Bay street was seriously injured Tuesday afternoon when a semi-truck struck the cherry picker he was in, sending him crashing to the ground, authorities said. The force from the intense collision cracked the side of the bucket and knocked the worker onto the pavement. Police said he suffered a severe concussion and possible broken bones after hitting his head.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the dangers that utility workers face while performing their jobs, especially when working at elevated heights near busy roads. It also raises questions about safety protocols and regulations surrounding the operation of heavy machinery and vehicles near work sites.
The details
The crash happened around 2:30 p.m. on Prospect Avenue near Diamond Street in Redondo Beach. Officials said the worker had been elevated to service lines for Spectrum when the truck collided with the bucket. The force from the intense collision cracked the side of the bucket and knocked the worker onto the pavement.
- The crash happened around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
The players
Redondo Beach Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the incident.
What’s next
Investigators said the truck driver remained at the scene and cooperated before completing a delivery about half a mile away. Officials said the injured worker was taken to a hospital and is expected to survive.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of strict safety protocols and regulations to protect utility workers who must perform their jobs in close proximity to heavy machinery and busy roads. It also underscores the need for increased awareness and caution from both workers and drivers to prevent such accidents from occurring.
