Man dead after industrial accident at Metrolinx rail yard in Mississauga

A man is dead after an industrial accident at a Metrolinx rail yard in Mississauga on Monday, according to police and the provincial transit agency.

Peel Regional Police said the death happened at Goreway Drive and Zahavy Way. Officers were called to the scene at about 12:10 p.m.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

In an email on Monday, Metrolinx said it is aware of reports of a fatality at its rail yard at 6211 Goreway Dr. 

"Our thoughts are with the individual and their loved ones during this difficult time," Metrolinx said.

The transit agency said it would not comment further while police and Ontario's Ministry of Labour are investigating.