A tree trimmer who was working at Ocean Ridge Town Hall on Tuesday morning was brutally injured in a horrific accident close to Miami.
Details of the Incident
Officers from the Ocean Ridge Police Department were responding to a distress call at around 9:30 a.m. when the accident happened. An employee of a hired tree-trimming business was engaged in the event.
“Upon arrival, Ocean Ridge officers found one person had died from injuries sustained in the accident,” officials stated.
The incident occurred at the Ocean Ridge Town Hall, some 60 miles north of Miami.
Ongoing Investigation
The victim’s identity has not yet been disclosed. Authorities have confirmed that no other individuals were injured in the incident.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was immediately notified and has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Support for Affected Individuals
In the aftermath of the tragedy, Boynton Beach Fire Rescue is offering grief counseling to both town employees and the tree-trimming vendor staff.
Officials emphasized their commitment to supporting those impacted during this difficult time.
“Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this heartbreaking accident,” stated Ocean Ridge officials on social media.
