28-year-old father dies after accident at Augusta construction site

The Richmond County Coroner’s Office is investigating an accidental death that occurred on a construction site on Gordon Highway.
Published: Aug. 27, 2024 at 3:09 PM EDT|Updated: Aug. 27, 2024 at 10:28 PM EDT
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Coroner’s Office is investigating an accidental death that occurred on a construction site.

Adan Cruz-Binzha, 28, of Augusta, was struck by an excavator bucket while at work.

He leaves behind a small son, a wife, parents and siblings, according to organizers of an online fundraising campaign to help the family with expenses.

The accident happened Friday at 2470 Gordon Highway, where a new apartment complex is being built, according to Coroner Mark Bowen.

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He was taken to Doctors Hospital of Augusta by emergency medical crews, where he was pronounced dead at 5:56 p.m. Friday, according to Bowen.

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An autopsy is scheduled.

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health istration was also notified and is investigating, according to Bowen.