A tragic industrial accident at a California food processing plant claimed the life of a teenage worker when a meat grinder unexpectedly activated during cleaning procedures.
The incident, which occurred around 9:30 p.m., resulted in the death of a 19-year-old man who was part of the sanitation team at Tina’s Burritos, located in the 2600 block of Vernon Avenue in Vernon, California. The victim was performing cleaning duties on an industrial-grade food processor when the machine unexpectedly activated, leading to his fall into the meat grinder.
Authorities, including the Vernon Police Department and the Los Angeles County Fire Department, responded to the scene, describing the incident as a serious industrial mishap. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was found in the meat grinder and had already passed away by the time emergency personnel arrived. Other workers at the factory reported hearing his cries for help and attempting to shut down the machine, but were unsuccessful.
Tina’s Burritos confirmed the tragic incident to Fox News Digital, calling it a