Third-party contractor dies at Samsung Taylor plant

Company confirms incident, cooperating with authorities on investigation

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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A third-party contractor working at the construction site of the Samsung Semiconductor Plant in Taylor, Texas died on Wednesday morning. Samsung Electronics confirmed the incident and said that site and community emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene. The company is cooperating with local authorities and agencies as they conduct an investigation, but did not disclose details on how the incident happened.

Why it matters

The death of a contractor at the high-profile Samsung plant construction site raises concerns about worker safety and oversight at major industrial projects. Samsung's Taylor facility is a key part of the company's expansion plans in the U.S. and the incident could impact the timeline and public perception of the project.

The details

According to Samsung, the incident occurred on Wednesday morning involving a third-party contractor working at the construction site. The company said site and community emergency responders arrived quickly, but did not provide any specifics on the nature of the incident or the contractor's injuries. Samsung stated it is cooperating fully with local authorities as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the contractor's death.

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday morning, February 11, 2026.
  • Workers returned to the construction site Wednesday afternoon.

The players

Samsung Electronics

The South Korean multinational electronics company that is building a major semiconductor plant in Taylor, Texas.

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What they’re saying

“Safety is our highest priority, and we are committed to understanding the circumstances surrounding this incident.”

— Samsung Electronics (KXAN)

“We will continue to provide support to our employees and the broader workplace community. We extend our deepest condolences to all who are grieving this loss.”

— Samsung Electronics (KXAN)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of rigorous safety protocols and oversight at major industrial construction projects to protect worker wellbeing. Samsung's response and the ongoing investigation will be closely watched as the company works to complete its new semiconductor facility on schedule.