Snow Lake RCMP are investigating a fatal accident in a mine just outside the community that claimed the life of a 59-year-old male from Brandon on Saturday, June 19, 2021

Police say the man was working in the mine when he fell. His co-workers administered first aid and rescue workers brought him out of the mine. The man was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead.

RCMP and Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health are investigating.

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