Tree-Cutting Tragedy on Plot: 72-Year-Old Man Dies After Being Struck by Falling Wood Fragment

A 72-year-old man died in the hospital after being struck in the head by a falling piece of wood while cutting a tree on a plot in Kuchary Żydowskie.

Fatal Accident During Tree Cutting

A tragic incident occurred around 9 AM while work was being carried out on a plot in the town of Kuchary Żydowskie in Płońsk County, resulting in the death of a 72-year-old man.

Emergency Response and Hospitalization

Emergency services were called to the scene and provided assistance to the injured man, but despite their efforts, his life could not be saved. He died in the hospital as a result of his injuries.

Investigation at the Scene

The area where the tragedy occurred was secured, and authorities conducted operations on-site to help reconstruct the exact sequence of events.

Preliminary Findings

Preliminary findings indicate that the man was cutting a tree when a fragment of the tree struck him in the head at a certain point.

Safety Reminders for Yard Work

This tragic event serves as another reminder of the need for extreme caution during cleanup, gardening, and construction work, as operating machinery, power tools, and working at heights can pose serious hazards.