Fatal Workplace Accident in Tarapoto: Man Killed by Falling Glass

Tragedy Strikes Tarapoto: Man Dies After Glass Sheets Crush Workers A fatal workplace accident in Tarapoto, Peru, has claimed the life of one man and left two others seriously injured. The incident occurred on June 6th, 2025, during the unloading of glass sheets from a truck. Eyewitnesses reported that a supporting beam holding the heavy glass panels snapped, causing them to fall onto the workers. "We were unloading the glass when suddenly everything collapsed," recounted one worker, visibly shaken. "It happened so fast." The video footage shows the chaotic aftermath, with workers desperately trying to help their injured colleagues. The victim, identified as Linder Salas Salas, 41, died from severe injuries to his neck and torso. Two others sustained deep cuts to their arms and were transported to the Tarapoto hospital. The accident underscores the importance of workplace safety regulations and the need for proper handling of heavy materials. The authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact cause of the beam failure and to prevent similar tragedies in the future.