Worcester County State’s Attorney Kris Heiser said no charges will be filed against the tram driver involved in a fatal collision that killed a toddler on the Boardwalk this summer.
While acknowledging that equipment violations and inadequate equipment maintenance may have affected the tram’s braking response in a fatal collision that occurred on Aug. 20, Heiser concluded that the tram driver did not operate the vehicle in a negligent manner.
The Ocean City Police Department recently concluded its investigation into the accident that killed a two-year-old boy on the Boardwalk near Dorchester Street. As part of its investigation, the full report was submitted to the Worcester County State’s Attorney’s Office for review and a recommendation of any criminal charges.
“In the moments just before the collision, the Jeep was traveling at approximately 3 to 5 miles per hour,” she wrote. “[Driver’s name redacted] stopped the Jeep immediately upon realizing what had occurred, and he stayed on scene until police arrived.
“Prior to beginning his shift driving the Jeep, [driver’s name] completed the Tram Operator Pre-Trip Checklist and noted no issues with the vehicle’s operation. [Driver’s name] cooperated fully with the police investigation, and there is no evidence that he was driving distracted or impaired by any substance.”
Soul responsibility lies in the hands of the parents. End of conversation
100% correct 6:23 !