An investigation has been launched following the death of a port worker at Cardiff Docks. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said it was aware of the fatality and is supporting a South Wales Police investigation into what happened.
Incident at the Port of Cardiff
Emergency services were called to the Port of Cardiff in Cardiff Bay early on Monday, November 2. An Associated British Ports (ABP) worker was killed in the incident last week.
A spokesperson for ABP said the company was "deeply saddened" by the death of an employee. The port operator is working with the relevant authorities and has begun a full investigation into the circumstances around the incident.
ABP Statement
In a full statement, ABP confirmed an incident occurred at the Port of Cardiff on Monday, November 2 involving the fatality of an ABP employee. The statement added: "Everyone at ABP is deeply saddened by the death of our colleague and we extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. We are providing specialist support for those affected by the incident."
The statement continued: "ABP is working with the relevant authorities and has begun a full investigation into the circumstances around this tragic incident. It is not appropriate to comment further at this point."
Company Background
ABP is the UK's largest port operator, responsible for docks at Newport, Swansea, Barry and Port Talbot as well as its site in Cardiff. South Wales Police has been approached for comment.
