Sierra Rutile (ASX: $SRX) fatality incident report

Sierra Rutile Holdings Limited (ASX: $SRX) (SRX) sadly reports a fatality at the Area 1 operations of its subsidiary, Sierra Rutile Limited (SRL), on 18 June 2024. The incident tragically resulted in the loss of a worker at the site. SRL Managing Director and CEO, Theuns de Bruyn, expressed the company's condolences and stated that an investigation has been launched to understand the circumstances surrounding the event. Operations at the relevant part of Area 1 have been suspended while an initial review of any safety risk is conducted. SRX will provide further updates as and when appropriate.

Sierra Rutile (ASX: $SRX) Managing Director & CEO's statement

This is a very sad day for SRL and its people, and I offer the company's deepest sympathies to our colleague's family, friends and co-workers. Our focus is on supporting them during this trying time. We have launched an investigation to understand the circumstances surrounding this tragic event and will fully cooperate with the relevant authorities on the ground in Sierra Leone.

Sierra Rutile (ASX: $SRX) fatality incident summary

Sierra Rutile Holdings Limited (ASX: $SRX) sadly reports a fatality at the Area 1 operations of its subsidiary, Sierra Rutile Limited (SRL). The company's Managing Director and CEO expressed deep sympathies and announced the launch of an investigation into the tragic event. Operations at the relevant part of Area 1 have been suspended while a safety risk review is conducted. SRX will provide further updates as appropriate. The company's primary focus is on supporting the affected individual's family, friends, and co-workers during this difficult time. The company will fully cooperate with the authorities in Sierra Leone as the investigation progresses.