An investigation into his death is ongoing
13:42, 01 May 2025Updated 13:42, 01 May 2025
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The family of a man who died after a forklift truck incident have paid tribute to the “devoted” dad. At around 10.15am on Wednesday, April 30, emergency services were called to Seaforth Docks following reports that the 63-year-old had been involved in an incident with a forklift truck.
Merseyside Police has confirmed the man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The man has been named as Michael Leppert from Seaforth and his next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
In a brief statement his family said: “Mike was a much-loved son, dad and very devoted grandad and he will be sorely missed. The family request privacy at this time as they process their loss.”
An investigation into Mr Leppert’s death remains ongoing and will be carried out by detectives at Merseyside Police and the Health and Safety Executive. All operations were suspended at the location following the incident.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Phil Hall, port director at Port of Liverpool, said: “We are deeply saddened to confirm that a fatality occurred at the Port of Liverpool earlier today.
“Full details of the incident are not yet clear. Our immediate priority is supporting the family of the deceased, and any of our colleagues who have been impacted by the incident, in any way we can.
“We will fully cooperate with Merseyside Police and the Health and Safety Executive in their ongoing investigations.” An HSE spokesperson previously said: “We are aware of the incident and inspectors are working with Merseyside Police.”
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