A Fall River man who died from injuries he sustained while on the job is being remembered.
A person familiar with the situation stated that 32-year-old Jose Luis Collaguazo Crespo tragically passed away Tuesday at his work, the Meshacket Commons project in Edgartown, Marthas Vineyard.
Authorities are investigating the case as a workplace accident which includes OSHA.
The Vineyard Gazette stated that at approximately 7:45 a.m., Crespo had fallen from a ladder about two stories into the basement of the unfinished building.
Crespo was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.
According to a GoFundMe fundraiser, Crespo was a hard-working man who, five years ago, emigrated from Ecuador driven by the desire and determination to successfully provide for his family. He leaves behind a 1-year-old, 2-year-old, and 8-year-old. His family states that he has left behind a legacy of love and sacrifice.
Family members are in the process of attempting to transport Crespo back to Ecuador.
