Needles, CA. Victim of Train Accident in San Bernardino County Identified as Fidel Connacher
Needles, CA. (June 30, 2018) – A young man who was struck and killed by a train on Friday has been identified by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has been identified as 22-year-old Fidel Connacher of Needles. The pedestrian accident was reported at approximately 4:37 Friday afternoon by the BNSF Railroad.
Connacher was reportedly found unresponsive by emergency personnel. His body was discovered on the tracks, just east of Arrowhead Junction. The cause and reasons why the BNSF train had struck and killed Connacher are currently unknown. There has been no more information pertaining to the events that led to the accident made available.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is currently conducting a thorough investigation into this accident. At this time, we offer our warmest condolences to the family members and other loved ones of Fidel Connacher.
Pedestrian Accident and Wrongful Death Attorney
Train accidents are handled quite a bit differently than the average traffic collision in that if the train operator is found to have caused the accident, the train company will likely be held liable. Investigators will certainly be looking to determine exactly how and why Connacher was on the tracks and in a position to be struck by the train. They will likely be looking at the speed and behavior of the train, as well as Connachers’ condition prior to the accident.
Depending on the results of the investigation, there may be possible grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit for the family members of the victim. Many family members will often choose to file a claim for compensation in order to recover the expenses that arise after the sudden and unexpected death of a loved one. Albeit, that decision can only be made by the victims’ family.
We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery. If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.
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Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery for all those involved in the accident.
