Construction worker killed in workplace incident: Manitoba RCMP
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RCMP are investigating after an incident at a construction site near Winkler, Man., claimed the life of a 19-year-old worker.
Manitoba RCMP say they are investigating a workplace incident that turned fatal.
Pembina Valley RCMP were called to a construction site on Highway 306 in the Rural Municipality of Rhineland, just before 1:30 p.m. Thursday about an incident involving a worker.
A packer loaded onto a flat deck trailer had rolled off and struck a 19-year-old.
He was rushed to hospital but died from his injuries.
No further information was released.
The RM of Rhineland is located between Winkler and Emerson, encompassing Altona.
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