A worker at the Dundalk Marine Terminal was tragically killed on the job on Monday.
MDTA officers responded to the Dundalk Marine Terminal after 9 a.m. for a report of an injured male.
The victim was struck by a piece of equipment, and officers attempted life-saving measures. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
MDTA Police investigators responded to the scene and are conducting an active and open investigation.
The Port of Baltimore released a statement about the tragic incident.
“Earlier today, one of our International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) workers was fatally injured in a cargo-handling operation at the Dundalk Marine Terminal,” said a statement from the Port.
“Our ILA members are the backbone of the Port of Baltimore. While the individual’s name has not been publicly released pending notifications, we extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to his family, the ILA, and the entire Port of Baltimore community.”