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Industrial accident takes the life of Sandwich man

An industrial workplace accident at Sycamore Menards took the life of one Sandwich man on Tuesday afternoon.

According to fire and police officials, the accident occurred at 2:30 p.m. when the worker was operating a forklift in order to perform maintenance operations at the pack storage lot when he somehow became trapped.

Police found him blue and unconscious. He was pronounced dead shortly after. The incident is currently still being investigated and police are asking for any witnesses to please come forward at this time.

Our deepest condolences are with the friends and family of the victim at this time.