Russia: Worker dies at mine operated by Gaisky Mining & Processing Plant, investigation underway
[Summary translation prepared by Business & Human Rights Centre]
22-year-old worker dies during shift at Gaisky Mining and Processing Plant, 20 September 2025
On September 19, a fatal incident occurred at the Gaisky Mining and Processing Plant, resulting in the death of a 22-year-old trainee drift miner.
According to available information, at around 17:05 at the underground mine, the worker collapsed and lost consciousness. Despite medical assistance and resuscitation efforts, his life could not be saved.
The company’s press service confirmed the worker’s death and reported that a commission has been established to investigate the causes of the incident.