Byline: June 26, 2025 | Denham Springs, Louisiana
🚨 A terrifying incident in Denham Springs, Louisiana was caught on dashcam this week, showing the moment an 18-wheeler collided with a utility worker’s bucket, sending the man dangling in midair above a busy intersection.
The footage — now circulating widely online — shows an electrical worker suspended in a raised bucket while servicing a traffic light when a large semi-truck makes a right turn at the intersection. The trailer of the truck clips the bucket, causing it to jolt violently and partially collapse, leaving the worker hanging by his safety harness several feet above the ground.
🎥 Caught on Camera
Dashcam video from a nearby vehicle captures the shocking moment in real time. In the clip, traffic appears normal until the truck begins its turn — misjudging the space between the trailer and the utility truck. As the trailer sweeps wide, it slams into the extended lift, snapping part of the hydraulic arm and sending the worker swinging in the air.
Bystanders and nearby drivers can be seen stopping and rushing to help.
👷♂️ Worker Escapes with Minor Injuries
Miraculously, the worker survived the incident with only minor injuries, according to the Denham Springs Police Department. He was checked on scene and did not require hospitalization. Officials credit his safety harness and training for preventing what could have been a far more tragic outcome.
“The worker was incredibly lucky — it could’ve been fatal,” said a spokesperson for the Denham Springs PD. “Proper safety equipment likely saved his life.”
🚛 Ongoing Investigation
Police have not yet released the identity of the truck driver or whether any citations have been issued, but the incident is under active investigation.
Preliminary reports suggest the driver may not have been aware of the raised bucket or failed to account for the necessary clearance while making the turn.
“Drivers of large commercial vehicles need to be hyper-aware of elevated work zones,” said a transportation safety expert. “This is a stark reminder of the dangers roadside crews face every day.”
⚠️ Raising Awareness for Roadside Safety
The incident adds to growing concerns about roadway safety for utility and construction workers, especially in urban or high-traffic intersections. Safety advocates are urging drivers to slow down and be extra cautious around roadside work zones — even when workers are not on the ground.
📌 What We Know:
Location: Denham Springs, Louisiana Incident: 18-wheeler strikes a raised utility bucket with worker inside Injuries: Minor, no hospitalization required Investigation: Ongoing by Denham Springs Police Footage: Captured on civilian dashcam, widely shared online
Though the worker escaped serious harm, the harrowing footage serves as a powerful warning about the very real risks utility crews face — and the life-saving importance of vigilance, training, and safety equipment.
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