**Update: Tow Truck Driver Fatally Injured in Industrial Accident**
A tragic incident occurred at the Simi Valley Landfill and Recycling Center, resulting in the loss of a valuable life. The Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the victim as Joe Martinez, a 59-year-old resident of Los Angeles.
The unfortunate event took place at noon at the facility situated along Highway 118. According to reports from the Ventura County Fire Department, a semitrailer carrying gravel overturned, prompting the need for a tow truck to assist in setting it upright.
Unfortunately, while the tow truck driver was working on the recovery operation, a fatal accident occurred. The trailer unexpectedly collapsed, tragically claiming the life of the driver. This marks the second fatality involving a truck driver within a week, highlighting the dangers faced by workers in this industry.
The Simi Valley landfill, managed by WM (formerly Waste Management), has attracted the attention of California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health, Cal/OSHA. Their prompt response to the scene underscores the urgency of ensuring workplace safety measures are rigorously upheld.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased driver during this difficult time. For more details on the incident, you can visit the [source link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMie2h0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnZjc3Rhci5jb20vc3RvcnkvbmV3cy9sb2NhbC8yMDI0LzA3LzAxL3Rvdy10cnVjay1kcml2ZXIta2lsbGVkLWluLWFjY2lkZW50LWF0LXNpbWktdmFsbGV5Lx766?oc=5).