A 19- year female worker in a baking factory in Canada has died after she was trapped in the company’s industrial oven which is reportedly large enough for a person to step inside.
The victim who relocated from India three years ago reportedly died in horrific circumstances at the Walmart store’s walk-in oven while on duty on the day of the incident.
Workers at the company had called police on 911 at 9pm when the incident occured but by the time the police arrived at the scene, the victim had been ‘baked’ inside the oven
Though the police are not suspecting foul play in the incident, investigations are still ongoing with sympathizers. suspecting conspiracy that the woman may have been deliberately locked inside the oven by someone outside.
Her death has attracted hundreds of mourners who have been visiting the store to lay flowers and pay tributes to her and her family.
The victim was also said to be a member of the Maritime Sikh Society.
‘It’s pretty distressing given that young people come here with hopes and dreams. They’re working hard and this is what happens, board member Satnam Singh Randhawa sai
A religious service is being organized by her Satman Singh community in Halifax following the release of her body by the medical examiner.
The Nova Scotia Department of Labour has issued a ‘stop work order’ for the bakery section of the store.
Secretary of the Maritime Sikh Society, Balbir Singh said the victim’s mother who is also in Canada is being offered ‘psychological counseling.’ while efforts are being made to bring other immediate family members from India.
‘We understand the public is involved, and we just wanted to encourage the public to be patient with our investigation and be mindful that there are family members and coworkers involved, said Martin Cromwell, a police officer.
Expressing sadness over the incident, Walmart Canada in a statement said they were ‘heartbroken and our deepest thoughts are with our associate and their family. We extend our sincerest condolences to those who were closest to them.’
‘We’re also supporting our associates during this incredibly difficult time and have provided access to 24/7 virtual care and will provide on-site support, including grief counseling.’