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Fatal Workplace Incident Under Investigation at Nan Ya Plastics in Lake City
LAKE CITY, S.C. — A man died Saturday morning following a workplace incident at the Nan Ya Plastics facility located on East Beulah Road, according to Florence County Coroner Keith von Lutcken.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the incident have not yet been released, and the identity of the deceased individual has not been publicly disclosed pending notification of next of kin.
The Florence County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene to assist the Coroner’s Office with the ongoing investigation.
At this time, authorities have not confirmed the nature of the incident or whether any occupational safety agencies have been involved.
Additional information is expected as the investigation progresses.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.