Andrews, TX — June 2, 2025, Weldon Sawyer was fatally injured following a workplace accident that happened off US Highway 385.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration reported that the incident happened just south of town off SW 3900.
The details surrounding the death of Weldon Kyle Sawyer are unclear. OSHA says the accident involved electrical work, but the cause of the accident is not confirmed. OSHA listed one alleged violation citation as well as a recommended penalty.
The case appears to still be open.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
It can surprise people to see an OSHA investigation still open months after an accident. The reality is they can take as long as a year and a half. Moreover, in the meantime, families aren’t necessarily being kept in the loop.
I’ve been handling Texas fatal work accident cases for more than 30 years now. My experience is that families generally seek out help because they’re tired of the authorities not giving them any answers. They’re right to be concerned, considering Texas has the most complex work fatality laws in the whole country. It takes a lot of evidence and strategy to navigate that legal maze. The more time that passes, the more challenging that maze can become.
Families shouldn’t be at the mercy of an OSHA investigation that could take over a year and might not even really get them the evidence they need. That’s why learning about options and seeking out potential paths early on can be crucial for getting a proper resolution in these situations. It would be good to hear if authorities handling this accident have been more open and cooperative with the victim’s loved ones. I just wouldn’t ever take that kind of transparency for granted.
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