KZN man’s arm amputated after being caught in conveyor belt

Netcare 911

At 13H45 Thursday afternoon Netcare 911 responded to reports of an industrial accident in the Inanda area.

Reports indicate that a 41-year-old male factory worker had his right arm amputated at the shoulder when it was said he tripped and fell when his arm got caught in a conveyor belt.

The man sustained serious injuries and was admitted to hospital for treatment.

Shawn Herbst
Media Liaison Officer
Netcare Limited
Netcare 911

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