Death at Crofton mill under investigation

The BC Coroners Service, RCMP and WorkSafeBC are looking into a death last night at Catalyst Paper’s Crofton mill.

Company officials say the fatal incident involved a vehicle that rolled over.

Corporal Krista Hobday with North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP says they aren’t releasing many details at this point.

In a press release, the president and CEO of Catalyst Paper said they are saddened by the tragic incident, and they are doing everything possible to support the investigation.

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