Delaware County

Deadly Forklift Accident at Delaware County Industrial Complex

Man dies after being trapped under forklift

A man died in a forklift accident not far from Philadelphia International Airport.

The accident happened at the Airport Business Complex in Tinicum Township, Delaware County around 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, authorities said. 

Emergency crews responded to a report of a man trapped underneath a forklift, authorities said. The 35-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

It was not clear how the accident happened and police didn't immediately identify the victim.

NBC10 wasn't allowed on the complex Tuesday.

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