Person Killed By Fallen Tree In Redding Prompts OSHA Investigation: PD

REDDING, CT — A person was killed by a fallen tree on Marchant Road, according to Redding police.

The accident occurred Friday, and the victim was first described as "seriously hurt." Police Chief Mark O'Donnell confirmed the death on Saturday, but the exact time and details have not been released.

The investigation is now under the auspices of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, according to police.

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