Worker death at Pirelli's plant in UK said to be suspicious

ERJ staff report (DS)

Carlisle, UK - A worker died last night (Sunday 30 Sept) at Pirelli's tyre factory in Carlisle UK. In a statement, Pirelli said, "The

circumstances of this tragic event are still unclear and the matter is being

investigated by the Cumbria police, with Pirelli's full support. To allow the

investigation to take its course, Pirelli cannot make any further comment at

this stage.

The Company recognises the traumatic impact to the family of the deceased and will do everything it can to help them through this terrible tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.

Pirelli employs 850 people at its Carlisle factory, Work at the factory is suspended to facilitate the investigation.

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Press release from Pirelli

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