G Mining Ventures reports fatality at Oko West gold project in Guyana
G Mining Ventures (TSX: GMIN) reported on Monday a fatality at its Oko West gold project in Guyana.
The fatality was related to a road incident that occurred on October 13. Details regarding the cause of death are currently under investigation.
The colleague was a contractor employed by Hopkinson Mining Security Services Inc., a partner of G Mining.
G Mining’s country leadership is now on site to cooperate with and assist the authorities fully in their investigations. The company said it is committed to a thorough and transparent investigation, and will provide additional information as appropriate.
Safety is a top priority at G Mining, the company said, adding that it is committed to understanding the circumstances surrounding this incident to enhance its safety protocols and ensure the well-being of all employees and contractors.
As the incident occurred in an isolated area of the site, it did not impact the broader mine operations, and the site remains open.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic accident. Our sincere condolences and support are with our colleague’s family, friends, and coworkers during this difficult time,” G Mining’s CEO Louis-Pierre Gignac said in a statement.
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