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Truck Driver, 57, Dies After Forklift Strike at Menzies Aviation Site in Matraville

Menzies Aviation suspended the affected cargo area pending investigations.

Overview

  • Emergency services were called just after 5:30am Monday to the Military Road warehouse in Sydney's east.
  • Paramedics treated the man for critical chest injuries, but he died at the scene.
  • NSW Police established a crime scene and began inquiries, and SafeWork NSW was notified.
  • Menzies Aviation said it is cooperating with authorities and offering support and counselling to staff.
  • Cargo operations were temporarily diverted to the company’s main airport facility.