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The Tragic Accident at Masonite in Laurel, Mississippi
A heartbreaking incident unfolded at the Masonite plant in Laurel, Mississippi, over the weekend. The Laurel Police Department received a distressing call around 9 a.m. on Saturday, reporting a man falling from the roof at the Masonite facility.
The victim, identified as 46-year-old Cruz Lopez Calderon, was an employee of a roofing company based in Fort Worth, Texas. Calderon tragically lost his life after falling approximately 60 feet to the concrete floor.
Chief Tommy Cox of the Laurel Police Department described the incident as a “horrible accident” where something gave way under Calderon’s feet while he was working on the roof. The authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
Response from Masonite
In response to the devastating incident, Masonite released a statement expressing their profound sadness over the loss of a worker at their facility. The company extended their heartfelt condolences to Calderon’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.
Masonite also announced that they are providing counseling resources to support their employees in coping with the tragedy. The company is working closely with the authorities to assist in the investigation.
Continuing Investigation
Chief Cox mentioned that the Department of Labor is likely to be involved in the investigation to determine the cause of the accident. While initial findings suggest no foul play, OSHA will be responsible for examining any industrial safety violations that may have contributed to the incident.
The Laurel Police Department is coordinating with the coroner’s office to gather more information about the circumstances leading to Calderon’s tragic fall. Updates on the investigation will be provided as more details emerge.
As the community mourns the loss of Cruz Lopez Calderon, our thoughts are with his loved ones and colleagues during this challenging time. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
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