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US Investigates Shelbyville Ryobi Worker Death

8/9/2026

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  • U.S. authorities are investigating the death of a Ryobi Die Casting (USA) worker in Shelbyville, Indiana on August 7.
  • Shelbyville police, the county coroner, state fire marshal, Indiana Homeland Security, fire officials and OSHA responded.
  • Investigators said equipment must cool 24-48 hours before processing, potentially delaying the investigation.
  • Ryobi, a Ryobi Limited subsidiary, expressed condolences, is cooperating with OSHA, conducting an internal review and offering counseling.