VIPD investigating fatal vehicle incident in Contant
Cue Writer
A 58-year-old man died Tuesday after a truck rolled over him at a residence in Contant, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.
The 911 Emergency Call Center received a call at 6:28 p.m. June 16 from a citizen reporting that a truck had rolled over a man at the residence, VIPD said.
Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel determined the man showed no signs of life, police said.
Preliminary findings indicate Pedro Solano Castro was under his truck when it rolled down a short decline, struck another vehicle and trapped him underneath. A family member found him and called 911 for assistance, according to VIPD. Police said Castro succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The Traffic Investigation Bureau is continuing to investigate the incident.
Source: Virgin Islands Police Department