Barrow death of worker at industrial yard investigated

The unexplained death of a worker who died at a waste management company is being investigated.

Police confirmed Stuart Garnet died in an incident at Wicks Yard in Scarth Road, Barrow, just before 13:00 BST on 12 May.

In a statement from the 44-year-old's family, Mr Garnet was described as a Barrow man "through and through" who rarely missed Barrow AFC's home games.

Cumbria Police and the Health and Safety Executive are investigating.

The family tribute added: "Stuart will be sorely missed by all those that worked with him and knew him.

"Stuart leaves behind his brother and his mother who are also from the Barrow area."

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