Police identify victim of deadly construction incident in Putnam Valley
It happened Friday evening around 5 p.m. at a home on Park Drive in the Town of Putnam Valley.
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Police have identified the man who died during a construction incident in Putnam Valley.
It happened Friday evening around 5 p.m. at a home on Park Drive in the Town of Putnam Valley.
News 12's Jackie Gillis at the scene Friday.
Police had initially reported that they responded to a report of a person who had been run over by a skid steer.
However, they currently say there is no indication the person was run over, as initially believed and reported.
Officials say 56-year-old Joseph Petti was operating a construction vehicle when he fell and hit his head.
Petti was found deceased at the scene.
Police say it appears to be accidental, but it is under investigation.
