Tragedy Strikes Westport Scrap Yard: Taunton Man Dies in Devastating Industrial Accident

WESTPORT, Mass. – A profound sense of tragedy has gripped the Westport community and the F&B Auto and Truck Parts, Inc. facility, following a devastating industrial accident that claimed the life of a Taunton man on Thursday afternoon.

Authorities have identified the victim as 61-year-old Michael J.

Silvia, a resident of Taunton. The incident, which occurred at the bustling scrap yard located at 254 Hix Bridge Road, has triggered an immediate and comprehensive investigation involving multiple agencies.

While specific details regarding the nature of the accident are still emerging, investigators are meticulously working to reconstruct the sequence of events that led to Mr.

Silvia's untimely demise. Emergency personnel responded swiftly to the scene after the incident was reported, but tragically, their efforts to save him were unsuccessful.

The Bristol County District Attorney's Office, in conjunction with Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the DA's office, and the Westport Police Department, are all actively involved in the ongoing inquiry.

In accordance with standard procedure for workplace fatalities, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has also been notified and is conducting its own parallel investigation. This multi-agency effort is focused on determining the precise cause of the accident, examining everything from machinery operation to workplace procedures and any potential contributing factors.

This heartbreaking event serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks present in certain industrial settings and emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining rigorous safety protocols and constant vigilance to protect workers.

As the investigation continues to unfold, the community extends its deepest sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of Michael J. Silvia during this incredibly difficult period of loss and grief.