An excavator operator in Telkwa has passed away after being trapped in the Bulkley River on Friday.
He had been performing work along the bank of the river, near Fort Telkwa, when the excavator fell over the edge and into the river.
Bulkley Valley Search and Rescue and RCMP were both called on to attempt to rescue the man, but were unsuccessful.
With the help of specialized equipment, and another excavator supporting a tow truck, crews were able to pull the excavator from the river.
An investigation into the incident has been launched by the Workers Compensation Board.
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