July 23, 2024 - SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday issued the following statement regarding the death of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) equipment operator Alexander Rodish:
“Jennifer and I are deeply saddened to learn of the death today of Caltrans worker Alexander Rodish. A Caltrans employee since 2021, Alexander was a dedicated public servant committed to making our roads safer for all Californians. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and all mourning this terrible tragedy.”
Alexander, 55, died today after being struck by a vehicle while working on Interstate 5 in San Clemente. Joining Caltrans in 2021, he was an equipment operator II at the San Juan Capistrano maintenance yard.
He is survived by two adult children, a sister and a brother.
In Alexander’s honor, flags will be lowered to half-staff on the Capitol and on all Caltrans buildings.
Rodish is the 194th Caltrans worker to lose their life on the job since 1921.
Source: Office of the Governor
Per Caltrans:
Caltrans Worker Killed on I-5 in San Clemente
July 23, 2023 - Orange County – Caltrans is mourning the death today of Alexander Rodish, a roadway maintenance employee who was killed while working near Avenida Palizada on Interstate 5 (I-5) in San Clemente.
“Caltrans mourns the loss of one of our own today. Alexander was a dedicated maintenance employee who was working to make our roads safer. Our thoughts and support go out to his family, friends and colleagues.”
Tony Tavares, Caltrans Director
Since 1921, 194 Caltrans workers have lost their lives on the job.
Source: Caltrans
