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Victim identified in Yarmouth trench collapse
Two other workers were injured.
The victim of Tuesday’s trench collapse in South Yarmouth has been identified.
Miguel Reis, 61, of Fall River, died inside the trench, according to the Town of Yarmouth.
Two other workers were injured in the collapse at 152 South Shore Drive near the Skipper Chowder House.
Trench collapse:
One of the injured workers is currently receiving care at Rhode Island Hospital after being airlifted there, according to the town’s statement.
The other injured worker received life-saving care after being extricated from the trench, police said. Their current condition is unknown.
South Shore Drive between Sea Side Village Road and Pine Grove Road will remain closed until further notice, Yarmouth police said Wednesday afternoon.
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