AN investigation is underway into the circumstances surrounding a fatal industrial accident in the Scottish Borders.
A 59-year-old man died while carrying out repairs on a building in Dean Park, Peebles shortly before 1pm on Wednesday July 19.
Emergency services were called to the incident but sadly the man who has not been named was pronounced dead at the scene.
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The Health and Safety Executive has been made aware of the incident and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 12.55pm on Wednesday, 19 July, 2023, we were called to a report of an industrial accident at a property in Dean Park, Peebles.
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"Emergency services attended however the man, aged 59, died at the scene.
"Enquiries are ongoing and the Health and Safety Executive has been made aware.
“A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal, as is standard for all deaths."
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