COPS have launched a manslaughter probe following the death of a man at a distribution warehouse.
The victim, who was in his 20s, was found at Hachette UK Distribution’s warehouse between Milton and Didcot in Oxfordshire.
Cops scrambled to the trading estate yesterday morning following the death of the “much-loved” staff member.
The circumstances of his death are still unknown.
A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
“We received a report of an industrial accident at an address on Milton Road, Didcot, at around 9.45am on Tuesday, January 20,” A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said.
“Sadly, a 23-year-old man has died.
“His next of kin have been informed and offered support by officers.
“A 21-year-old man from Wallingford was arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter and has since been bailed.
“The site remains closed today and officers will be at the scene for some time as we carry out our investigation into the death.”
A spokeswoman from Hachette added: “Yesterday, there was a tragic incident at Hachette UK Distribution’s warehouse that heartbreakingly led to the loss of a much-loved colleague.
“Our deepest condolences are with their family and friends, who are in our thoughts at this devastating time.
“The incident is under police investigation; we are fully cooperating and working with the emergency services. Our sites in Didcot are closed today.
“We are doing everything we can to support the family, our staff, and all those impacted.
“We ask that the privacy of those most closely affected be respected at this deeply distressing time.”
