Door County, Wisconsin – A 50-year-old Forestville man has been identified following a fatal farm accident that occurred Thursday.
According to a press release from the Door County Sheriff’s Office issued Friday, the deceased has been identified as Wilson Duarte Martinez, 50, of Forestville.
Authorities said the accident occurred February 12. A preliminary investigation indicates a large bale grabber attachment became disconnected from a front-end loader and fell onto the individual.
An autopsy was conducted Friday, February 13, at the Brown County Medical Examiner’s Office. Officials said results remain pending.
The incident remains under investigation, and no additional information is being released at this time.
Officials have not indicated whether equipment malfunction or operator factors contributed to the incident. The sheriff’s office said further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
Farm equipment-related incidents can have significant impact in rural communities, particularly during winter livestock operations.
Prepared by Chief Deputy Kyle Veeser. Authority: Sheriff Tammy Sternard.
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