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16-Year-Old Maricopa Boy Tragically Loses Life in Friday Train Accident
The Maricopa Police Department has confirmed that the individual who lost his life in a train incident on Friday was a 16-year-old boy from Maricopa.
According to spokesperson Monica Williams, “Initially, the individual was identified as an adult male. However, following further investigation, the individual was a 16-year-old from Maricopa.”
Union Pacific police are currently leading the investigation into the tragedy.
Williams expressed condolences, stating, “Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and all those affected by this heartbreaking loss.”
The incident occurred near the intersection of Plainview Street and Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway, close to the train station. Reports emerged from InMaricopa, which was the first to cover the fatal accident.
Union Pacific spokesperson Kristen South confirmed that the teen was “struck while walking on the tracks, not at a crossing.” She added that the train crew did not suffer any injuries.
The Pinal County Medical Examiner’s Office has yet to prepare death records for the young victim, although InMaricopa has requested this information.
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