A tragic discovery was made on August 20th in Denville, New Jersey, when a truck driver was found dead on the side of the interstate. The driver, identified as 34-year-old Jonathan Vistren-Jaquez from Mexico, was discovered inside his parked rig near mile marker 40.5 on the westbound side of I-80. Upon receiving reports of the parked semi truck, police officers arrived at the scene to find the driver deceased. The incident is currently under investigation by the New Jersey State Police, but is not considered suspicious at this time, according to Sergeant Philip Curry.
The sudden and unexpected loss of life has sent shockwaves through the trucking community and beyond. Friends and family of the deceased are mourning his loss and are left with many unanswered questions surrounding the circumstances of his death.
The trucking industry is no stranger to the dangers that come with the job, including long hours on the road and potential accidents. However, incidents like this serve as a reminder of the risks involved in this line of work and the significance of safety measures to protect drivers.
As the inquiry continues, officials have not released any further details about the cause of death or any potential suspects. The trucking community and loved ones of Jonathan Vistren-Jaquez await answers and closure in this tragic event.
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