Blue Creek mine accident claims life of Cordova man
Justin Calloway
Justin Calloway, 24, of Cordova, died Wednesday evening following an accident at Warrior Met Coal’s Blue Creek Mine near Berry. According to authorities, Calloway was working underground at the active mine on Highway 69 North when he was found unresponsive around 6 p.m. on July 1. He was brought to the surface, where he was later pronounced dead. Investigators with the Tuscaloosa County Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene. A preliminary investigation indicated the death resulted from a machinery-related accident underground. Officials said there is no indication of foul play.