Tragic Accident: Young Man Killed in Farming Mishap

A 21-year-old who died in a farming accident was driving a tractor with a trailer that lacked working brakes, resulting in severe injuries. Tragic Accident Bradley Beck, from Carrickfergus, lost his life while spreading manure in a field near the Gobbins Road, Islandmagee. The inquest revealed that the young man suffered severe chest injuries, which were fatal. First Responder Account A neighbor who was tending to sheep found Mr. Beck motionless and in distressing condition. Despite efforts to administer CPR, the young man could not be saved. Safety Concerns The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland reported that Mr. Beck likely lost control of the machinery due to the defective brakes on the trailer. The tragedy underscores the importance of proper safety measures on agricultural equipment to prevent such incidents.