BRENTWOOD — A 54-year-old man was pinned to death by a large piece of machinery in an industrial accident Monday, authorities said.
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Few details about the incident were released. City spokesperson Lindzie Laughridge in a statement said the accident happened about 3:30 p.m.
The work location was in the 3900 block of Walnut Boulevard.
Authorities did not identify the man immediately Tuesday afternoon. He died at the scene despite a response from police, paramedics and ambulance crews.
Cal OSHA is assisting police and the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s-Coroner are assisting with the investigation.
Please check back for updates.