SOUTHFIELD (WWJ) – The Southfield Police Department is investigating the death of a snow plow driver after they were pinned under a piece of equipment.
The incident happened on Friday, January 17th, around 4:30 p.m., in the parking lot of the Kroger on W. Twelve Mile and Evergreen Rd.
When officers arrived at the scene, they found a Canton resident, 28, pinned underneath his vehicle.
The department’s preliminary investigation reveals no suspicion of foul play. Investigators believe the man, who’s a snow plow driver, was working on his vehicle when a piece of equipment came down on top of him.
He died from his injuries.
This incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Southfield Police Department at (248) 796-5500.
The Southfield Police Department offered their heartfelt condolences to the driver and his family.