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North Miami Beach Baker Dies in Apparent Dough Mixer Accident at Kosher Market

Authorities opened police and OSHA inquiries as the community mourns.

Overview

  • Police identified the victim as 71-year-old Mordehay Grunberger, found Friday at South Florida Kosher Market at 1324 NE 163rd St.
  • Investigators reported no signs of foul play and described the death as an apparent workplace accident involving an industrial dough mixer.
  • OSHA responded to the scene to evaluate workplace safety issues, and the Medical Examiner has not released a final determination.
  • The market closed for the day, and owner Yitzie Spalter told customers the bakery would operate below normal capacity as staff process the loss.
  • Chesed Shel Emes assisted at the scene to ensure respectful handling of the deceased, and community leaders arranged grief support for employees and neighbors.