Workplace death in Kamloops, B.C. under investigation
October 19, 2021
KAMLOOPS, B.C. (From news reports) -- The BC Coroners Service is investigating a death that occurred on Oct. 15 at a Kamloops workplace.
The fatal incident took place at River City Fibre, which is located at 1880 Mission Flats Rd.
"I can confirm that we are investigating a death matching the date and location you've provided," BC Coroners Service spokesperson Ryan Panton told local media in response to a query.
"As the investigation remains open, we're unable to provide any additional information at this time.
River City Fibre is located across from the Domtar pulp mill. River City chips grade 3 logs unsuitable for other uses to create wood chips, sawdust and hog fuel. The wood chips are used for Domtar's pulp production while the hog fuel is used as an energy source or for wood pellet production.