Arby's manager found dead in a freezer beat on the door until her hands were bloody before
We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Nguyet Le, a widowed mother of four. Nguyet, 63, was a general manager at Arby's and was on a temporary assignment in Louisiana when a preventable tragedy occurred. The incident happened on May 11, as she was opening the restaurant in New Iberia, about 30 minutes south of Lafayette. Nguyet somehow became trapped in the walk-in freezer and died after failing to escape or attract attention.
Nguyet was a dedicated employee, having accepted a relocation from her usual post at Houston Arby’s at the company's request. The initial assignment of a month was extended, and she continued to serve in Louisiana, far from her home and usual support network.
The circumstances surrounding Nguyet's death are heartbreaking and deeply disturbing. She was trapped inside the freezer, where temperatures could range from 5 to -20 degrees. Despite her desperate attempts to escape or draw attention, she succumbed to the harsh conditions, dying of hypothermia【9†source】.
This tragic incident is not a case of foul play but a shocking example of negligence and a stark reminder of the dangers that can exist in workplaces. As Justice Moms, we see Nguyet's story as a call to action, a demand for higher safety standards and accountability from employers.
The sad fact is that Nguyet's death was preventable. It raises serious questions about workplace safety and the responsibility of employers to ensure that their employees are not exposed to such deadly hazards.
As we mourn Nguyet's untimely death, we stand in solidarity with her family, who have filed a lawsuit seeking justice for their mother. The grief and loss they are experiencing is unimaginable, and we support them in their pursuit of justice and their fight to ensure no other family suffers such a loss.
In honor of Nguyet Le, and all mothers who risk their lives in their workplaces, we pledge to advocate for stricter workplace safety regulations and to hold companies accountable for their employees' safety. Nguyet's tragic loss must spur change in how we perceive and address safety in every workplace.
Nguyet Le, your memory will continue to inspire our fight for justice. May your tragic story serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need for improved workplace safety and employer accountability. We will not rest until justice is served and measures are in place to prevent such tragedies from recurring.