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Tragic Accident Highlights Dangers of Construction Sites

7/18/2025

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Mingwei Yu's life was cut short in a heartbreaking accident on Rangitoto Ave, Remuera, when he fell beneath a concrete truck while trying to prevent it from rolling. This tragedy highlights the perilous nature of construction sites, which account for 15% of work-related deaths and serious injuries, as reported by WorkSafe.

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Story summary

Mingwei Yu's life was cut short in a heartbreaking accident on Rangitoto Ave, Remuera, when he fell beneath a concrete truck while trying to prevent it from rolling. This tragedy highlights the perilous nature of construction sites, which account for 15% of work-related deaths and serious injuries, as reported by WorkSafe.