Spartanburg County, South Carolina – Kevin Neil Flynn, a 57-year-old resident of Laurens, tragically lost his life in a worksite accident on Tuesday morning, September 25, 2024. The incident occurred on Gary Armstrong Road in Lyman, where Flynn was operating an excavator.
According to Spartanburg County Coroner Rusty Clevenger, Flynn was fatally injured when the excavator he was operating near a retaining wall lost stability and fell from the wall, pinning him underneath. The accident happened between 8:45 a.m. and 9:37 a.m., and Flynn was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been notified and will conduct a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident and whether any safety regulations were breached. No further details have been released at this time, and the reason behind the excavator’s fall remains unclear.
Flynn’s sudden death has left his family, colleagues, and the community in mourning. He was known for his hard work and dedication in his profession. The tragic accident underscores the importance of strict adherence to safety measures at construction sites and the ongoing need to protect workers in high-risk industries like heavy machinery operation.
As investigations continue, the community holds Flynn’s family in their thoughts during this difficult time.