The Health and Safety Executive is investigating the death of a lorry driver killed in a workplace accident in Salford, an inquest heard. George Tracey, 57, from Donegal in Ireland, died in Irlam on November 23 last year.
A pre-inquest review at Bolton Coroners Court on Tuesday heard the HSE was now leading the investigation into Mr Tracey's death following the conclusion of police enquiries. Timothy Brennand, senior coroner for Manchester West, told the inquest: "Following the police enquiry further investigation by the Health and Safety Executive needs to be conducted.
"As of April 27 the HSE acquired preliminary reports, all are being assimilated prior to a HSE investigation."
