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Man dead after industrial accident at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa: police

The scene of a fatal industrial accident at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa on Tuesday. Colin Williamson / Global News

Durham Regional Police say a man is dead after an industrial accident at Ontario Tech University on Tuesday.

Emergency crews were called to a worksite in the area of Founders Drive around 12:45 p.m.

A police spokesperson said the incident involved a large piece of concrete that a man became trapped under.

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The spokesperson said a 54-year-old victim died of his injuries.

The Ministry of Labour is now investigating the incident.

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