Construction Accident in Wenshan District, Taipei, Worker Killed by Falling Steel

Central News Agency reporter Huang Li-yun, Taipei, June 15th) A construction accident occurred today at a construction site in Wenshan District, Taipei. According to the scene, the accident occurred during a steel hanging operation, and a male worker in his 50s named Chen was crushed by falling steel. Police and firefighters rushed to the scene for rescue, but Chen was already dead, and the exact cause is still under investigation. The Taipei City Police and Fire Department received a report at 3:12 PM and rushed to a private construction site on Xinguang Road Section 2 in Wenshan District. A male worker was trapped and injured by falling steel, and emergency personnel rushed to the scene for rescue. However, Chen, who was severely injured, had already died and was not transported to the hospital for emergency treatment. According to reports, Chen was alone performing a steel hanging operation when the accident occurred, and it is believed that he accidentally hooked something and fell, causing the accident. Witnesses at the scene immediately reported the incident to the police and firefighters for rescue. After the accident, the police immediately sealed off the scene and called in forensic personnel to inspect the scene and collect evidence. Initial investigation shows no signs of external force or homicide, and an autopsy will be conducted by the prosecutor's office tomorrow morning. At the same time, the deceased's family and related personnel have been contacted to assist with follow-up arrangements. The exact cause of the accident and whether it involves labor safety responsibility will be further investigated and clarified by the Taipei City Labor Standards Inspection Office. (Editor: Chen Ren-hua) 1150615