Landscaper Killed in Machinery Accident at Texas College

In March 2025, Jorge Gonzales, a 55-year-old groundskeeper, tragically lost his life while operating a riding lawnmower at Northwest Vista College in San Antonio, Texas. According to the San Antonio Police Department, Gonzales drove the mower over a ledge, causing it to overturn and fall into a drainage ditch. The heavy equipment landed on top of him, and despite immediate rescue efforts by emergency responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene. ​ This incident underscores the critical importance of proper training and safety protocols when operating landscaping machinery, especially in areas with potential […]