Worker dies in tree-felling accident in Katong

The Ministry of Manpower said the man was in the middle of tree-felling works when the tree toppled at its base, causing him to fall with the tree.

Listen Summarise A 38-year-old Bangladeshi worker died after a tree-felling accident at a private home in Katong on Oct 13, while working at Cranborne Road. MOM said the tree toppled at its base, causing him to fall with it. Police do not suspect foul play, and both agencies are investigating. MOM told employers to assess trees and methods before work starts. Soh & Tan Enterprises has stopped all tree-climbing tree-felling work and is helping with the probe. AI generated

SINGAPORE – A 38 -year-old Bangladeshi worker died after a tree-felling accident at a private residence in Katong on the afternoon of Oct 13 .