MIAMI COUNTY — The Miami County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a contract worker’s death in Monroe Township.
A chief deputy told News Center 7 crews were drilling holes at a new AES Ohio site on June 21st.
The deputy said a worker either fell in a hole with muddy water, or equipment knocked him in head first.
A report from the sheriff’s office lists the victim as Bradley Fritz, from Winchester, Indiana.
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Crews had to use a rope tied to his legs and a piece of equipment to pull him out.
The sheriff’s office said OSHA is also investigating.
A spokesperson for AES Ohio provided the following statement:
“On Tuesday, June 21, a contractor working for AES Ohio sustained a serious injury that later resulted in a fatality. AES Ohio extends its deepest sympathy to the individual’s family and is providing support resources as they grieve the loss of their loved one.”
We will continue updating this story as we learn more.