Feb 12 β€’ 17:57 UTC πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Norway NRK

Man in his 30s dies in crushing accident in Vaksdal

A man in his 30s died after being crushed by a car in Vaksdal, Norway, on Thursday afternoon.

A tragic accident occurred in Vaksdal, Norway, where a man in his 30s was found crushed under a car at a private residence. Emergency services were alerted around 1:19 PM, responding quickly to the scene. Despite efforts to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead at 1:42 PM. Authorities have confirmed that the incident was an accident rather than foul play, as the victim was apparently working on the vehicle when the accident occurred.

The local police, led by operations manager Knut Dahl-Michelsen, stated that all necessary emergency services responded to the scene and that efforts were made to provide first aid to the victim. Although there is no suspicion of criminal activity, the police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. This includes gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses at the site of the accident.

As investigations continue, the deceased will undergo an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. The incident has understandably impacted the local community, drawing attention to safety measures needed when working on vehicles. It highlights the risks involved even in seemingly routine tasks and reinforces the necessity for proper precautions and safety protocols to prevent such tragic occurrences in the future.

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