Man dies following workplace accident in Co Wicklow
The incident happened at approximately 3.30 pm.
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A man was fatally injured and died at the scene. His body has since been removed to St. Columcille's Hospital, Loughlinstown, where a post mortem will take place in due course.
Gardaí have said the Health and Safety Authority have been notified and investigations are ongoing.
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