Inglewood incident: Two people seriously injured after being crushed by wall at home construction site
One man has died and another has been seriously injured after a workplace incident at a home construction site in Inglewood.
Four St John WA ambulances, police and firefighters rushed to the scene on Sexton Road following reports two men were injured about 1.15pm on Thursday.
Police said upon arrival, a 69-year-old man was confirmed dead. A report will be prepared for the coroner.
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The West Australian understands both men sustained serious injuries after they were crushed by a brick wall several metres high.
There was a heavy police presence at the home on Thursday afternoon, with at least a dozen officers on the scene as officers cordoned off the home and attempted to begin piecing together what led to the incident.
People outside the home were seen hugging as they learned of the incident and spoke to police.
Several firefighters were also at the scene.
Sexton Road has been blocked off at its intersection with India Road and Walter Road West.
WorkSafe has been alerted too and is investigating the incident.
The construction union, CFMEU are also at the worksite.
Originally published on PerthNow
