Overview
- A large sack filled with granulate reportedly fell from a forklift and struck the employee on a company premises.
- Emergency crews attempted resuscitation, but the 58-year-old died at the scene from severe injuries.
- The accident occurred early Friday in Bad Salzuflen near Bielefeld, with police in Detmold providing the initial account.
- The Office for Occupational Safety has been notified, and the criminal police have opened an investigation.
- Authorities have not announced any findings on cause or responsibility as the inquiries continue.