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69-year-old man is hit by tree and dies while felling it

A 69-year-old man has died after being struck by a tree during felling work in a forest near Volkenschwand (Kelheim district). The exact course of events is still unclear and is being investigated by the criminal investigation department, a police spokeswoman said on Tuesday. The accident...

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An ambulance drives to an operation. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Kelheim district - 69-year-old man is hit by tree and dies while felling it

A 69-year-old man has died after being struck by a tree during felling work in a forest near Volkenschwand(Kelheim district). The exact course of events is still unclear and is being investigated by the criminal investigation department, a police spokeswoman said on Tuesday. The accident victim's companion, who was the same age, was uninjured. No further details were initially known.

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  1. The Kelheim district, located in LOWER BAVARIA, is known for its lush forests and beautiful landscapes, attracting many work crews for forestry tasks.
  2. Regarding the investigation into the fatal accident involving a 69-year-old man in the CID, authorities are looking into any possible violations of safety regulations within the district of Kelheim, Bavaria.
  3. In an attempt to promote road safety in Bavaria, the Lower Bavaria government and the CID launched a campaign to educate workers in the district of Kelheim about accident prevention, focusing on proper felling techniques.

Source: www.stern.de

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