Enfield PD Issues Traffic Alert For Town Worker's Funeral

ENFIELD, CT — Local police have issued a traffic warning for Wednesday, Sept. 17, due to an anticipated funeral procession for a fallen town employee killed in a tragic accident last week.

According to the Enfield Police Department, delays are likely on South Road and King Street between 11 a.m. and noon "due to a funeral procession honoring our beloved Jamie Nickerson, a dedicated member of our town's team."

Nickerson, 51, died unexpectedly on Friday, Sept. 12. He was a longtime employee in the Enfield Department of Public Works.

Nickerson was killed when the lawnmower he was operating was struck by a vehicle on North Main Street.

"As we come together to pay our respects, we kindly ask for your patience and understanding," wrote the EPD.

"Let's stand in solidarity and support Jamie's family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time."

Due to the funeral, the town's DPW (including offices and the transfer station) will be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

The town, meanwhile, will pick up trash/recycling before and after this time frame for Wednesday.

Anything that isn't collected on Wednesday will be picked up on Thursday.

"If we are unable to finish Thursday's run, we will finish on Friday, as well as doing yard waste," wrote the town's DPW.

From Sept. 12: 'Enfield Town Employee Dies After Crash Involving Lawnmower, Car: Police'