A 44-year-old worker was struck and trapped by falling heavy natural stone slabs during sorting work on an industrial site in Dornbirn, as the police reported. Colleagues rushed to help the man and freed him. However, the resuscitation measures immediately initiated by the rescue forces and the emergency doctor on site were unsuccessful.

The 44-year-old succumbed to his injuries. Why the slabs came loose is currently unclear. According to current investigations, there are no indications of third-party negligence, it was stated.

(APA/Red)

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