Madurai: JCB operator crushed to death by falling arch during demolition drive, video goes viral
According to a Maalaimalar report, the arch was being demolished using a JCB excavator, following a court order. The arch was causing traffic obstruction.
Author : Online Desk
Update:2025-02-13 12:23 IST
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CHENNAI: The operator of a JCB excavator was killed when a decorative arch near Madurai's Mattuthavani area unexpectedly fell onto the machine during demolition. A clip from the site shows the machine lying in a heap under the collapsed structure.
According to a Maalaimalar report, the arch was being demolished using a JCB excavator, following a court order. The arch was causing traffic obstruction.
As demolition was under way, the structure fell atop the machine, killing the excavator operator on the spot. Another on-site contractor sustained severe injuries.
The police have initiated an investigation into the incident.
Meanwhile, local residents have alleged a lack of proper procedures during the demolition operation.