(McNeil, Arkansas – April 11, 2024)
One man died was killed early Thursday evening near McNeil after he was struck by a piece of Union Pacific railroad track equipment. The individual has been identified as Danny Brent Wilkins, 42, of Rison, Arkansas. According to reports, track repairs were underway to repair a washout in the area from the recent days of heavy rain when the tragedy happened.
After emergency crews responded, Coroner Randy Reed pronounced Wilkins deceased.
The Arkansas State Police are continuing to investigate this incident.