A man is dead following an industrial accident involving a tow truck at a Brampton yard Wednesday afternoon.
Peel Regional Police and emergency crews were called to the area of Auction Lane and Queen Street East shortly after 4:15 p.m. on Oct. 7 following reports of an industrial accident.
Police say a man was found without vital signs when emergency crews arrived.
First responders attempted life-saving measures, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police say a tow truck was involved in the incident, although officials have not released details about exactly how the vehicle was involved.
The incident occurred at an industrial yard.
The man’s identity, age and occupation have not been released.
The Ontario Ministry of Labour is leading the investigation into the workplace incident, with Peel Regional Police also assisting.
Ministry inspectors have attended the scene as investigators work to determine what happened and the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.
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Because the investigation is in its early stages, authorities have not released additional details about the incident.
There is currently no information about whether any charges are being considered.
The investigation remains ongoing.
More information is expected to be released as investigators determine what led to the fatal accident.
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