66-year-old Mexican immigrant Jesús Salazar Castillo drowned in toxic fumes at Pitman Family Farms, a company with a history of worker fatalities.

Jesús Salazar Castillo, a 66-year-old Mexican immigrant, drowned in a waste pit at Pitman Family Farms in California, potentially incapacitated by toxic hydrogen sulfide fumes. A state report highlighted safety failures, including missing floor coverings, damaged railings, and inadequate safety protocols, contributing to his death. The company, known for its "Mary's Chicken" brand, has a history of worker fatalities and higher injury rates compared to similar facilities.

September 14, 2024
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