Iowa OSHA investigating after contractor dies in accident at Adventureland
Iowa OSHA is investigating after a contractor died in an accident at Adventureland amusement park in Altoona.
A spokesperson for the family of 20-year-old Zachary Alesky said he was carrying a steel beam when he slipped on ice, and the beam came down and crushed his chest.
Family members say Alesky was revived at the hospital, but later died during surgery.
Alesky worked for SkyHigh Coasters, based in Illinois. The company is building the Flying Viking ride at the Altoona theme park. He was the son-in-law of the owner.
Palace Entertainment, which owns Adventureland, released the following statement:
“We are saddened by this tragic accident involving a contractor performing work at Adventureland Resort and we extend our deepest sympathies to his family, friends and coworkers."
The Iowa Division of Labor confirmed that Iowa OSHA is investigating, but does not have any further information to release due to the ongoing investigation.