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transportation2 years ago

Multiple Train Collisions with Off-Road Vehicles Near Mendon, Missouri

A BNSF Railway train collided with an ATV stuck on the tracks near Mendon, Missouri, causing significant damage to the ATV and some damage to the train engine. No injuries were reported, and the cargo on the train remained undamaged. The incident resulted in delays for both the BNSF railroad and Amtrak's Southwest Chief route. This comes just over a year after a deadly Amtrak train crash in Mendon, prompting Missouri lawmakers to allocate $50 million for updates to railroad crossings across the state.

crime2 years ago

ATV Accidents: Fatalities, Injuries, and Charges

A woman died in Montgomery County, Kentucky, after a car collided with an ATV on Highway 213 South. The driver of the car, 34-year-old Chad Hostetler, was arrested and is facing charges including DUI and leaving the scene of the accident. Hostetler admitted to drinking before driving. The victim's name has not been released.

accident2 years ago

Speed a Factor in Fatal Hayward ATV Crash

A 37-year-old man died in an ATV rollover accident in Hayward, California. The rider may have been traveling at a high rate of speed when he couldn't negotiate a turn and ultimately flipped. The police are investigating the accident and have not determined if drugs or alcohol were involved. This is the sixth fatal crash in Hayward since the start of 2023.

greater-minnesota-news2 years ago

Deadly ATV Crashes Claim Lives of Three Children in Minnesota

A 13-year-old boy, Mason DeMenge, died in an ATV crash in Chisago County over the weekend. His mother, Kristina Puffer, said that DeMenge was an experienced rider who always wore a helmet but took a corner too sharp and rolled the vehicle. Puffer described her son as a "very special kid" who loved riding his four-wheeler and snowmobile. The tragedy has unsettled the community, and experts emphasize the importance of safety and proper fit for children riding ATVs.