A fatal incident took place at the Nesook Bay dry-land sort, west of Gold River on Friday, Dec. 8.
The United Steelworkers Local 1-1937 reported that the tragic incident is under investigation with the RCMP, WorkSafe, the employer and USW Local 1-1937 representatives attending the site.
“Our Union’s thoughts are with the family, friends and co-workers of the deceased member at this time, whom we offer our deepest condolences,” a statement from the union says.
Out of respect for the family, no other information will be disclosed at this time, the union says.