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Man, 82, crushed to death in car at Munich scrapyard

Man, 82, crushed to death in car at Munich scrapyard

Summary

An 82-year-old man died after being crushed by a crane while inside a car at a scrapyard in Munich, Germany. The accident occurred when a worker used machinery to crush the car without knowing the man was inside.

Key Facts

  • An 82-year-old man was crushed by a crane in a car at a scrapyard in Munich.
  • The man climbed into the car without anyone noticing.
  • The incident happened in the Obersendling district of Munich.
  • A 60-year-old employee was operating the equipment that crushed the car roof.
  • The accident was only noticed after the car was turned over.
  • Emergency services were called, including firefighters, paramedics, and police.
  • The man's body was recovered using special equipment.
  • Munich police are investigating the accident.

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