Wife of man killed in engineering firm accident pays tribute to her "strong goliath"
Mrs Jayne Willoughby said her husband Colin's death was a "massive shock" to the all the family who have been left devastated by their loss.
Mr Willoughby (52) was working at Graham Engineering Ltd in Edward Street on the Whitewalls Industrial Estate in Nelson, when the accident happened.
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A pupil at the former Mansfield High School in Brierfield it is believed Mr Willoughby had worked at the company for many years.
A joint investigation between the Health and Safety Executive and Lancashire Police is now underway.
Det Ch Insp Jill Johnston, of Lancashire Constabulary’s Major Incident Unit, said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with Mr Willoughby’s family and friends.
“We are working closely with the HSE to establish the circumstances surrounding Mr Willoughby’s death.”