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A Deadly Mishap at a Michigan Metal Supply Business

Michigan, Greenville, USAMonday, January 12, 2026
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A 26-year-old man loses his life in a workplace accident.

Incident Details

  • Location: Greenville, Michigan
  • Date: Saturday morning
  • Victim: Daniel Evans, 26 years old

What Happened?

  • Evans was helping to deliver a scrapped forklift for a local company at Greenville Steel.
  • Around 11:45 a.m., the flatbed truck was being moved back into place after unloading.
  • The truck encountered resistance, and Evans got trapped between the flatbed and its cab.
  • He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigation

  • Michigan State Police and Michigan's Occupational Safety and Health Administration conducted the investigation.
  • The flatbed truck belonged to J and A Towing from Belding, Michigan.
  • Greenville Steel was not involved in the unloading process.

Safety Reminder

  • This incident highlights the dangers of workplaces and the importance of following safety protocols.
  • Workers must always be aware of their surroundings.

Location Context

  • Greenville is approximately 154 miles northwest of Detroit, which may have affected emergency response times.

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