A 20-year man has died in Wellington after sustaining crush injuries while working as a recycling truck driver.
Junior Hunt was seriously injured in the accident in Upton Tce, Thorndon, yesterday morning.
“We are devastated by this tragedy,” EnviroWaste chief executive Gary Saunders said in a statement to Television New Zealand.
“Our hearts, thoughts and condolences are now with Junior’s family and his friends as they come to terms with their loss. Our focus right now is on supporting Junior’s grieving family however we are able.”
His family expressed their sadness to the television network at the loss of a son and brother.
“We are grieving for this fine young man whom we will miss more than words can say.”
The accident is being investigated by WorkSafe, and EnviroWaste says it work with the authorities to determine the cause.
