Fall or jump from vehicle in normal operation, nonroadway · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at U.S. Customs and Border Protection, 2300 Highway 90 East, DEL RIO, TEXAS 78840
on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
A border agent was riding on an ATV, chasing after a group of people. The ATV hit a rut with deep vegetation. The agent was thrown from the ATV and suffered broken ribs, a broken collarbone, and a punctured lung.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersATV, all terrain vehicle
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