Commercial Tree Trimmer Dies After Fall In Oceana County

Michigan State Police are currently investigating the death of a 60-year-old commercial tree trimmer in Oceana County.

Troopers say the 60-year-old Ovid man fell 60′-70′ from a tree at a home in Clay Banks Township on Tuesday around 12:43 p.m.

They say despite life-saving efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Foul play is not suspected, and troopers say the man’s death appears to be a tragic accident.

Troopers say MIOSHA is assisting in the investigation.

Troopers from the MSP Hart Post are investigating the death of a Lansing based commercial tree trimmer that fell 60-70′ from a tree at 12:43pm this afternoon at a residence in Clay Banks Township in Oceana County. Despite life-saving efforts, the 60-year-old man from Ovid, (1/3) pic.twitter.com/0bZhIufeKg

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