URGENT UPDATE: A tragic incident at Restland Funeral Home in Dallas, Texas, has left a family mourning after 24-year-old Angel Rojas was killed when a massive concrete burial vault, weighing up to 2,500 pounds, fell on him. This devastating accident occurred during a routine operation, raising serious questions about workplace safety and possible gross negligence.
According to attorney statements reported by KHOU, legal action is being considered against the funeral home. Rojas’ attorney emphasized, “There is no way on earth this man should have been operating that machinery alone.” The urgency of this situation is compounded by the fact that Rojas was reportedly trapped for several minutes before firefighters could free him using hydraulic tools. He was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at a local hospital.
In a heart-wrenching final conversation, Rojas’ widow, Nataly Galaviz, revealed that he expressed fear and a desperate desire to return home. “He just wanted to be held and was scared. He told me he wanted to go home,” Galaviz shared, highlighting the emotional turmoil faced by the family.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has launched an investigation into the incident, further intensifying scrutiny on the safety practices at Restland Funeral Home. As of now, the funeral home has not responded to requests for comment from reporters.
This tragic event has sparked a conversation on workplace safety standards, with attorney Graham stating, “If there’s one thing we can do for his memory and for this family, it’s to try to keep this from happening to anybody else, to try to bring some attention to this, and shed some light on what’s going on over there,” according to CBS News.
Rojas leaves behind a grieving wife and their young son, who is set to turn four years old next month. The family is seeking justice amid a backdrop of potential legal claims, as the community rallies around them during this devastating time.
As authorities work to uncover the details surrounding this incident, the focus remains on ensuring that safety protocols are followed to prevent such tragedies in the future. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
