WASCO, California – A disturbing incident unfolded on Friday when a man was apprehended for seizing the severed leg of a person who had been tragically struck by a train. The shocking incident took place at the local Amtrak station in Wasco, a city located approximately 25 miles northwest of Bakersfield.
In footage that has since gone viral, the man can be seen closely inspecting the severed limb, even going as far as to sniff it. Despite the presence of responding police and bewildered onlookers documenting the scene, the man appeared unfazed and even gave a brief wave upon noticing the cameras.
Identified as 27-year-old Resendo Tellez, the man was taken into custody for multiple outstanding warrants and for tampering with evidence at the accident scene, according to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office. The victim, who remains unidentified, lost their life in the incident, with their leg becoming severed as a result.
The circumstances surrounding this incident are currently under investigation. Authorities are working diligently to gather as much information as possible to shed light on the events leading up to the tragic accident and the subsequent bizarre actions of the suspect.
As the investigation unfolds, further details will hopefully offer a clearer understanding of the motivations behind this disturbing act.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as law enforcement authorities work towards uncovering the truth and bringing closure to the victim’s family and community.