February 24, 2026
A rural carrier assistant was seriously injured recently when they lost control of their Postal Service vehicle, which veered off the road and flipped several times.
The employee was not wearing a seat belt and ended up pinned beneath the vehicle.
The accident left them with a fractured jaw, ribs and pelvis, among other injuries.
The Postal Service is reminding employees to:
• Always wear a seat belt because it saves lives;
• Not eat, drink or use mobile devices while the vehicle is in motion.
• Stay alert and comfortable during long routes.
Source: USPS