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Fayette County man killed in air compressor explosion

A 69-year-old Fayette County man died Sunday after an air compressor in his garage

Kellen Stepler
By Kellen Stepler
1 Min Read June 24, 2025 | 5 months Ago

A 69-year-old Fayette County man died Sunday after an air compressor in his garage exploded.

At 9:45 p.m. Sunday, troopers responded to a home on Pleasant View Road in Menallen Township and found William Jesko severely injured, according to WTAE.

Police said Jesko was working in his detached garage near an air compressor when the compressor exploded.

Jesko was taken to a hospital where he died. It’s unclear what cause the air compressor to explode.

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