Scott Schiechl Wrote:
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> I have a friend who used to be an accident
> investigator (not for NTSB). He told me that the
> NTSB always wants the accident site preserved but
> they are the first to admit it is not always
> possible. First responders have to do their jobs
> and public safety must also be considered.
>
> He also asked if the driver was killed. I don't
> recall that. A fatality generally requires that
> the scene be preserved to a higher standard. Even
> if the driver was killed its still a good bet that
> the lawyer is grasping at straws.
Digging into AP:
Earliest flurry of postings seems to be 6/24/2011.
Six people, including the driver, an Amtrak conductor and four passengers, were killed in the crash.
Here's
a path to the NTSB Report. And to a
Synopsis.
Google search [
ntsb report amtrak nevada].