By CKPGToday

Police investigating workplace fatality near Kitimat

Apr 24, 2019 | 9:31 AM

KITIMAT- RCMP were called to a workplace fatality on the afternoon of April 18th. The incident took place at a remote logging operation, South of Kitimat on the Douglas Channel near Eagle Bay. Kitimat RCMP, BC Coroner’s Service and WorkSafe BC attended the scene and located a 46-year-old Terrace man that appeared to have been struck by a tree and succumbed to his injuries. Police say the location of the fatality was very remote and extremely difficult to access. They are now thanking RCMSAR and the man’s co-workers for their efforts and professionalism. Kitimat RCMP Victim Services is available to provide access to services and programs to help community members cope with grief. You can contact Kitimat Victim Services by phone at 250-632-7111.