David William Fischer, 71, a tow truck operator from Owensboro with more than 40 years in the industry, was struck and killed on Interstate 165 on March 11 while assisting a disabled vehicle, according to Spectrum News 1. The driver of the passing semitrailer, 31-year-old Suk Subba, was charged with second-degree manslaughter, wanton endangerment, and leaving the scene.
Operator takeaway
Fischer was wearing reflective clothing with activated wrecker lights — when a driver doesn't move over, even proper safety protocols may not be enough. Push for enforcement in your state.