Stellantis Worker in Sterling Heights Died on the Job Wednesday

(CBS Detroit) - A Stellantis worker at its Sterling Heights Stamping Plant has died while on the job.

The automaker confirms there was a workplace accident on Wednesday and extended its condolences to the friends and family of the employee.

United Auto Workers president Rory Gamble also released a statement honoring the worker and says he will be remembered next week during workers memorial day.

The Sterling Heights Police Department is investigating.

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