Maria Domitila Nolasco Martinez and Jose Rodrigo Yanes Barahona die in fatal Roanoke train incident
Fatal Roanoke train crash death of Maria Domitila Nolasco Martinez and Jose Rodrigo Yanes Barahona – Obituary
Roanoke Police have identified the two victims of a tragic train crash that occurred on Sunday evening. Maria Domitila Nolasco Martinez, 69, and her grandson, Jose Rodrigo Yanes Barahona, 9, both from Roanoke, were fatally struck by a train after being on or near the tracks. Authorities stated that they could not move out of the way in time as the train approached.
Another child involved in the incident suffered minor injuries. The exact reasons for their presence on the tracks have not been disclosed. Norfolk Southern, the railroad company, expressed deep sympathy for the victims’ families and confirmed their cooperation with local authorities in the ongoing investigation. They also emphasized the importance of rail safety, urging people to stay off railroad tracks, adhere to posted signs, and use designated crossing areas.
