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Worker killed at Cargill Salt Mine in Cleveland

A worker was killed at the Cargill Salt Mine in Cleveland on Wednesday evening, the company said.

Cargill said the Mine Safety and Health Administration is currently investigating the scene.

The company sent the following statement on Wednesday evening:

We are heartbroken that one of our teammates lost his life today. Following the tragic accident in Cleveland, our primary focus is on supporting and caring for his family and colleagues. The mine was already scheduled to be closed Thursday through Sunday for Thanksgiving. There is currently an MHSA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) on scene and we are working with them to investigate the accident. Out of respect for our teammate and their loved ones, we will not share any further details at this time.

News 5 has reached out for more information and will update once more is known.

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