RCMP are investigating a fatal farm accident in Manitoba.

The incident, which claimed the life of a 63-year old man from Prairie View, occurred on a farm site northwest of Virden Monday evening.

Police say the man suffered serious injuries when his clothing got caught in a grain auger that he was operating. He died at the scene.

Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health is also investigating the mishap.

 

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