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Man dies after being trapped in grain mixer on job site near Saskatoon

Warman RCMP and STARS air ambulance were both on the scene. File / Global News

A 41-year-old man has died in the workplace after he was trapped in a grain mixer on a work site in the RM of Corman Park, which surrounds Saskatoon, say officials.

Warman RCMP responded to the incident at around 11:40 p.m., Friday. Medavie Ambulance, Osler Fire Department and STARS was also on the scene assisting.

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Police say the large grain mixer was cut open by the Osler Fire Department and the man was extracted from the grain mixer. His injuries were described as severe.

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Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful and he succumbed to his injuries on the scene, police said.

An autopsy will be completed Saturday. A federal Occupational, Health and Safety Labour Affairs officer will be attending the site Saturday to do an investigation.

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Warman RCMP also continues to investigate.

No other information has been provided at this time.

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