NIAGARA COUNTY, N.Y. — On Tuesday, we learned that a New York State Parks employee was killed on the job on Jan. 17, in Niagara County.
Aaron Peters worked as a member of the regional ropes access team and sawyer crew for the past three years.
He was killed last Wednesday while working on tree removal at Golden Hill State Park.
“Aaron Peters’ tragic death reminds us that New York State employees often put themselves in harm’s way while working to improve the safety of their fellow citizens and colleagues,” Governor Hochul said. “He will not be forgotten by his friends and family, and my heart goes out to all of those whose lives he touched.”
Governor Hochul announced that flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on Wednesday in his honor.
Here is Peters' obituary and service information.