Elk River, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A tragic discovery was made at the Elk River landfill on Wednesday morning, as police found the body of a missing trucking company employee.
What Happened?
- Around 9:00 a.m., a trucking company reported an employee missing, believing they were last seen delivering a load to the landfill.
- Officers arrived at the scene and located the missing employee’s body.
- No foul play is suspected, though officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities are working with the trucking company to gather more details and determine what led to the tragic incident. The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of family members.
Stay with TRF News for updates on this developing story!
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
Did You Know?
Landfill sites can be hazardous workplaces, with risks including heavy machinery accidents, exposure to toxic materials, and falls. Minnesota OSHA investigates workplace fatalities to determine whether safety violations played a role. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that transportation and material moving jobs have some of the highest workplace fatality rates in the country.
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