Trench collapse in Catonsville kills two construction workers

baltimoresun.com

Two construction workers who died in a trench collapse in Catonsville have been identified as Emerson Amestica, 24, and Wilmer Barzallo, 32. Baltimore County Police confirmed their identities. The incident occurred on Friday around 11:30 a.m. when a concrete wall collapsed, trapping the men. Fire personnel rescued them, but both were pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency responders worked for hours, and the scene was emotional for fellow workers. No further details about the victims or the construction company have been released.


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