A Perdue driver killed in Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel crash has been identified as a 61-year-old North Carolina man after his tractor-trailer plunged into the icy waters below early Sunday morning.
A tragic scene happened in Virginia over the weekend after a Perdue Farms tractor-trailer driver lost his life when his rig careened off the side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and plunged into the icy waters below.
Officials confirmed that Ronnie Andrews, 61, of Robersonville, North Carolina, died following the devastating crash Sunday morning near Cape Charles.
According to multiple reports, the tractor-trailer was traveling southbound around 6:30 a.m. near the North Channel Bridge, just south of Fisherman Island. For reasons that are still under investigation, the truck went over the west side of the bridge and fell into the frigid Chesapeake Bay below.
Authorities say no other vehicles were involved and weather was not a factor. By Sunday night, crews had recovered the driver’s body along with the tractor and trailer from the water.
In a statement, Perdue Farms confirmed the heartbreaking loss.
“We are heartbroken to confirm that a Perdue driver has passed away following an accident on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
The company described Andrews as a valued member of their team whose loss will be deeply felt across the organization.
Andrews’ widow shared that her husband had been driving for Perdue for about five years. She reportedly spoke to him the night before the crash and said he gave no indication that he was tired or experiencing issues.
Right now, there are more questions than answers surrounding what caused the truck to leave the roadway.
Officials with the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel authority have not released additional details, and authorities continue working to determine exactly what happened in those early morning hours.
8 thoughts on “Perdue Farms Driver Killed After Truck Plunges Off Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel”
Praying for his family and all that knew him🙏🏾
May his soul rest in peace. Condolences to his family and friends
Condolences, Peace and Blessings to Mr. Andrew’s family and loved one’s. May God continue to Bless his family as they mourn his loss and through their grieving process.
Rest in Heaven Mr. Ronnie Andrew! Enjoy your Eternal Life.
God Bless!
RIH Mr. Ronnie, so sorry this happened to you. Sending prayers to your family and friends, may God give them strength and comfort during this difficult time 🙏🏽😢
Rest in Peace Gods child and my Condolences to the family 🙏🏽💚🕊️🕊️
To the family and friends and co workers I pray for the Lord give you strength and comfort during this devastating incident may God wrap his loving arms around you and protect you and comfort your hearts may the peace of God with all understanding give you peace during this difficult time
He may have fallen asleep or may have had a stroke or a heart attack. Typically, when wives ask their husband those types of questions, they usually say yeah I’m ok or I’ll be fine even tho they be tired as a dog. RIP to him. Condolences to his family.
You are absolutely right! My guy drive an 18 wheeler and I constantly tell him, that load isn’t more important than your life or someone else life “Pull that dang truck over” and rest. They don’t eat right out there on that road and have all types of health issues that they don’t take care of chasing that money to provide for their families.
My condolences to his family, friends and trucker family!!