An industrial worker in Camden, New Jersey is dead after an accident involving cutting a chain proved fatal.

The workplace accident happened at 5 Points Tire and Auto Repair while the man was trying to cut a chain with the help of a sharpening wheel. The wheel became unfastened causing the blade that was attached to be thrust into the man’s chest. He was taken to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The identity of the worker has not been released at this time but it is known that he was 33-years-old and a father of three. An investigation of the industrial worker’s death is currently being conducted.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time.