Man dies after being buried under asphalt while fixing dump truck in Mississippi

A man died after being buried under hot asphalt while fixing a dumpster truck in Jackson, Mississippi. Darrell Sheriff, 41, was repairing a hydraulic line when the tailgate opened, spilling asphalt on him. Emergency responders attempted to rescue Sheriff, but his injuries were fatal. Police are investigating the incident as an accidental death, noting a possible malfunction with the truck. Sheriff's family described him as a hardworking man. The police chief expressed condolences to the family during a press conference.