Los Angeles — A forklift accident at the Port of Los Angeles resulted in the death of a worker on Monday, officials reported. The incident, which took place around 10:40 a.m. near Berth 270 on Terminal Island, involved the worker becoming trapped under a forklift.
The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene, where firefighters aided search and rescue teams in the operation to remove the heavy machinery. Despite the efforts, the worker, identified by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner as Bohdan Salmanov, was pronounced dead at the site of the accident. Details surrounding the cause of the incident remain under investigation by local authorities. The Port of Los Angeles has not provided further information regarding the accident or the circumstances leading to Salmanov’s entrapment under the forklift.
This tragic event adds to the concerns regarding workplace safety in environments where heavy machinery is operated. The Port of Los Angeles, known for its significant role in international trade, continues to be a focal point for discussions on enhancing safety measures for its workers. No other injuries were reported in the incident, and officials have yet to release additional information. The investigation into the accident is ongoing, with law enforcement and the medical examiner’s office closely examining the details of the case.