A man has died after an incident at a scrapyard in Trafford.
A large number of emergency service vehicles attended the scene in the Broadheath area of Altrincham yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, September 17).
Craven Road was shut off as police, paramedics and fire crews all responded to the incident at the site of well-known local firm J. Davidson Scrap.
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The Manchester Evening News understands a man suffered a cardiac arrest after an object fell on him, believed to be a car.
A man in his 40s died at the scene, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have confirmed.
"Emergency services were called to an incident at a business on Atlantic Street, Broadheath, at around 3.15pm yesterday," a spokesperson said.
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"Sadly, a man in his 40s was pronounced dead. Enquiries are currently ongoing."
A spokesperson for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said: "We are aware and working with Greater Manchester Police."
The M.E.N. understands the man wasn't a J Davidson employee, and worked for a company based in Lithuania.
A spokesperson for J Davidson said: "We are deeply saddened to confirm the fatal incident on the 17th. Our heartfelt condolences go to his family and loved ones affected by the loss.
"We are committed to offering support to the family and those affected.
"We are fully co-operating with the police and Health and Safety Executive (HSE)."
The spokesman said that until the police and HSE concluded their enquiries, they were unable to comment on the cause of the incident.
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