Worker dies of "sharp-force and crushing injuries” at food manufacturing plant
Dec. 29, 2022
Authorities reported that she died on the scene.
An industrial accident at Miracapo Pizza Co. in Illinois has left one employee dead. According to the Daily Herald, the worker, Leily Lopez-Hernandez, suffered "sharp-force and crushing injuries" while she was on the plant floor cleaning. Authorities reported that she died on the scene. The situation is currently under investigation.
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