DPW Worker Timothy Cartwell Dies While Collecting Trash
- Timothy Cartwell was collecting trash in West Baltimore when he sustained fatal injuries on November 8, 2024.
- He was taken to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center, where he later died.
- The Baltimore City Department of Public Works expresses condolences and commits to supporting employees during this tragic time.
On Friday morning, November 8, 2024, a solid waste worker named Timothy Cartwell was critically injured while on duty in West Baltimore. He was involved in collecting trash in an alleyway located at 1800 Baker Street when the incident occurred. Following the accident, Cartwell was transported to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center, where he ultimately passed away due to his injuries. His death has been described by the Baltimore City Department of Public Works as a profound loss, extending condolences to his family and colleagues. A few months prior, another worker at the agency had died of heat-related injuries, drawing attention to safety concerns among city sanitation workers. As investigations into the circumstances surrounding Cartwell's injuries are now underway by the Baltimore Police Department, city officials are actively providing support to affected employees, including access to counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program.