A tragic workplace accident occurred at Keitele Wood's sawmill in North Savo, Finland, where a worker was killed by a wheel loader on Wednesday morning. The incident took place around 7 am as the employee was arriving for work. Emergency responders were unable to save him upon arrival.

According to Keitele Wood's CEO, Matti Kylävainio, the victim was an approximately 60-year-old man who was struck while on the factory premises. The company has announced that a police investigation is underway, and they are cooperating closely with authorities to understand the circumstances surrounding the accident. Due to the ongoing investigation, no further details were provided by the company.

In a statement, Kylävainio expressed deep condolences to the deceased worker's family and requested respect for their privacy during this difficult time. The incident, which has been reported by Savon Sanomat, underscores the importance of workplace safety and raises critical questions about operational safety protocols in industrial settings.