May 12, 2019
The Richmond Police Department has identified the pedestrian who was struck by a train Saturday afternoon in the city’s south side as Michael S. Branch Sr., 53, of the 2200 block of Chalfont Drive.
At approximately 12:45 p.m. yesterday, officers responded to
the 1800 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of a person struck
by a train. When officers arrived, they located Michael Branch Sr. and a
scooter. Investigators believe Branch Jr. was attempting to stand the scooter
up when he was struck.
Branch Sr. was transported to a local hospital with
life threatening injuries. He succumbed to his injuries Saturday evening.
The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of
death.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call
Detective J. DeBoard at 646-1709 or contact Crime Stoppers at
780-1000 or at www.7801000.com.
