MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A FedEx employee died on the job early Friday morning at the FedEx World Hub on Memphis in an accident involving a forklift, according to Memphis Police.
Police were notified at about 2:30 a.m. Friday about the woman who died while operating a forklift at the facility. FedEx identified the employee as Jessica James.
FedEx Corporation Inc. issued this statement: “The entire FedEx family is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of our team member, Jessica James. Jessica was a highly valued team leader at the Memphis Hub, and our thoughts and condolences go out to her family, friends and co-workers during this extremely difficult time. We are fully cooperating with the investigating authorities and respectfully ask that any additional questions be directed to local law enforcement.”
This is an ongoing investigation. No other details were immediately disclosed.
This is a developing story and we will update as more information becomes available.