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62-year-old breaks through roof and is fatally injured

A 62-year-old man fell six meters in a serious industrial accident and was fatally injured. The employee was carrying out a repair on the building of a company in Günzburg when he broke through the roof, as the police reported on Wednesday. A work colleague discovered the seriously injured man...

An ambulance with flashing blue lights. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
An ambulance with flashing blue lights. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Accidents - 62-year-old breaks through roof and is fatally injured

A 62-year-old man fell six meters in a serious industrial accident and was fatally injured. The employee was carrying out a repair on the building of a company in Günzburg when he broke through the roof, as the police reported on Wednesday. A work colleague discovered the seriously injured man on the floor of the warehouse and called the emergency services. A short time later, the 62-year-old succumbed to his injuries in hospital. The investigation into the cause of the accident on Tuesday afternoon was still ongoing.

Police statement

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The incident occurred in the town of Günzburg, located in the region of Swabia, Bavaria. The local authorities and emergency services werecalled to the scene of the industrial accident. Despite the efforts of the emergency services, the victim did not survive and passed away in the hospital. This tragic accident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers associated with industrial work, urging companies to prioritize safety measures.

Source: www.stern.de

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