April 25, 2022 Fatality

Accident Classification: Drowning

Location: Columbus Quarry LLC, Muscogee, Georgia

Mine Controller: Frank Foley

Mine Type: Surface

Mined Material: Crushed Broken Granite

Incident Date/Time: April 25, 2022 04:00 pm

On April 25, 2022, MSHA was informed of a miner’s death. MSHA’s initial findings indicated medical-related issues as the cause of death. Because of the circumstances surrounding the accident, MSHA referred the accident to the Agency’s Chargeability Review Committee (Committee). On March 28, 2024, the Committee determined that this death should be charged to the mining industry.

PRELIMINARY REPORT

The victim drowned in a small pool of water after suffering a medical event.

The information provided in this notice is based on preliminary data ONLY and does not represent final determination regarding the nature of the incident or conclusions regarding the cause of the accident.