Morton, TX — October 17, 2022, John Villarreal was killed as the result of an accident where he was electrocuted while working along FM 1585.

Preliminary statements given by OSHA investigators indicate that the incident happened at an oil well site said to be at “33.48372 Deg N, 102.73013 Deg W.” This appears to be in Cochran County east of Highway 214.

John Villarreal Killed in Work Accident in Morton, TX

The exact circumstances surrounding the accident are unavailable at this time. The incident was described only by saying that 39-year-old John Villarreal died after being electrocuted by coming into contact with a meter box. Further information was not provided.

In the investigation summary, OSHA identified the company K-Bar Texas Electric. The reports did not list any possible violations nor pending penalties. No further information can be confirmed at this time.

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