On August 17, 2026, at approximately 9:51 a.m., Golden-Field RCMP responded to a report of a serious workplace incident at a local forestry business in Golden.
The initial investigation indicates that a man was working alone on a logging truck when the vehicle moved, injuring him.
Golden-Field RCMP and BC Emergency Health Services attended the scene. Despite the efforts of first responders, the man was pronounced deceased.
The BC Coroners Service attended and is conducting an independent investigation. WorkSafeBC was also notified and will investigate the circumstances surrounding the workplace fatality.
An RCMP collision reconstructionist examined the scene, while Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement inspected the logging truck and found it to be in excellent mechanical condition.
“This is a tragic loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with the man’s family, friends, co-workers and everyone in the community affected by his death,” said Sgt. Mitch Mercier, Detachment Commander of the Golden-Field RCMP. “We would also like to thank the first responders and partner agencies who attended and assisted under very difficult circumstances.”
The investigation remains ongoing in coordination with the BC Coroners Service and WorkSafeBC.
No further information is available at this time.
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Golden-Field RCMP
