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Introduction
A young man has tragically died in a suspected workplace accident in the rural Queensland town of Roma.
Key Points
- A man in his 20s was found dead at a Roma business.
- The discovery was made in the early hours of Friday morning.
- Police suspect the death was due to a workplace accident.
- Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is investigating the incident.
Details of the Incident
The man was found unresponsive at a business premises on Raglan Street in Roma, west of Toowoomba, around 1:50 am on Friday. Emergency services were called to the scene, but paramedics were unable to revive him.
Investigation
While the exact circumstances surrounding the death are still under investigation, authorities believe it was likely a workplace accident. Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is leading the investigation to determine the cause of the fatality and assess any potential workplace safety breaches.