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Construction worker killed in heavy machine accident in Palm Bay, police say

PALM BAY, Fla. — Friends and family in Fort Pierce are grieving the death of a loved one after a tragic accident in Palm Bay.

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Palm Bay police said 62-year-old Noel Soleyn was killed Tuesday while doing road work.

It happened on Satinwood Court near Babcock Street.

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Detectives had the area blocked off as they worked the scene.

They say a road roller had pinned him against a road paver.

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He was given first aid at that scene but unfortunately died from his injuries.

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