Authorities investigate death of worker at Central Romana facilities
By Manuel Peralta
LA ROMANA. — Authorities are investigating the death of Pedro Mercedes, 47, a worker who passed away early this Monday at the Central Romana facilities.
Medical examiner Benito Kelly, while offering statements on the case, explained that at the time of performing the evaluation of the corpse, it was estimated that the man had been deceased for approximately two hours.
According to the coroner, the body will be sent to the National Institute of Forensic Sciences (INACIF) for the corresponding procedures, as the case is preliminarily considered a violent death, and therefore must be investigated to determine the circumstances and the exact cause of death.
The official report from the authorities and the corresponding results from INACIF are expected.
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