### Worker Dies at Prime Wheel: A Family’s Quest for Justice
A tragic incident at Prime Wheel has left a family grieving and demanding justice. Eduardo Ortiz Franco, a worker from Pachuca, Hidalgo, lost his life after being trapped in machinery at the company’s facility in Tijuana. His mother, Teresa Franco, revealed that her son had been under immense pressure from management due to frequent equipment breakdowns, impacting the conveyor belt he operated.
According to Teresa, the maintenance team at Prime Wheel often delayed or neglected necessary repairs, exacerbating the work-related stress her son endured. On the day of the accident, Eduardo was reportedly attempting to adjust the conveyor belt when he became trapped, leading to his untimely death.
The Ortiz family, accompanied by supporters, gathered at the State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) seeking justice and compensation for Eduardo’s young child. “Now the victim was my son, who will be next? If that company can’t protect its workers, it should be shut down,” Teresa Franco stated, frustrated with the safety lapses at Prime Wheel.
In response to the incident, authorities have shut down the Prime Wheel plant in Tijuana due to multiple safety and hygiene violations. The closure raises concerns about the operational standards of multinational companies operating in Mexico.
### Increased Scrutiny on Prime Wheel After Workplace Tragedy
The unfortunate incident at Prime Wheel has prompted a broader inquiry into the company’s compliance with safety regulations. A large-scale operation by relevant authorities revealed several irregularities in the plant’s safety measures, leading to its temporary closure.
Meanwhile, affected workers are to receive full pay during the investigation, ensuring financial stability for the nearly 7,000 employees at the Tijuana facility. The company faces increased scrutiny as it navigates the implications of the tragedy.
In related news, Mexico continues to see incidents highlighting gaps in workplace safety and maintenance practices, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of regulations to protect workers’ rights and lives.
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