x
Breaking News
More () »

Erie County Sheriff identifies person hit and killed by train

Human remains and clothing was found on Saturday by the train tracks in the Village of Farnham. The person has been identified as Manuel Battaglia of Derby.
Credit: New Africa - stock.adobe.com
Yellow law enforcement tape isolating crime scene. Blurred view of city street, toned in red and blue police car lights

FARNHAM, N.Y. — On Monday morning, Erie County Sheriff John Garcia put out a request to help identify human remains found near railroad tracks in the Village of Farnham on Nov. 19.

Later that day, it was announced the person was identified as Manuel Battaglia, 63, of Derby.

Sheriff Garcia thanks the public for their assistance.

Anyone who may be able to help is asked to call the Sheriff's Office at 716-858-2903 and reference case number 22-085039.

Before You Leave, Check This Out