DOT Worker Dies after Wednesday Accident

A state transportation worker died today after he was hit by an SUV on a job site Wednesday morning. The motorist lost control while trying to pick up a lit cigarette, according to the Niagara County Sheriffs. 46-year-old Kevin Forsyth of Wilson was struck as he was setting up traffic cones near Porter Road and Young Street. 47-year-old Frank Serba of Wheatfield was initially charged with failure to keep right, but the accident remains under investigation and further charges may be forthcoming.