Farm Fatality

(Central Huron, ON) A farm worker has died in a farm accident. Paramedics and police were called to a Division Line farm in Central Huron on August 28, 2009 in the late afternoon. A 56 year old farm worker, Jerry Platt of Central Huron, was transported to the Seaforth Hospital after being found injured in a chicken barn from an apparent fall. The man later died from his injuries.

Huron OPP in conjunction with the Ministry of Labour investigated the scene. The Farm Safety Board was also advised. No foul play is suspected however the investigation continues.

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