(Kitco News) - Newcrest Mining reported Monday that a team member from its mining and development contractor, Procon, was involved in a critical incident at the Brucejack mine in British Columbia, Canada, on Saturday 22 October 2022.
The company said that the Brucejack mine rescue team is in the process of determining safe entry into the incident location.
"An investigation into the isolated incident is currently underway and Newcrest is working closely with Procon and the relevant authorities. There is no ongoing threat to the safety or physical wellbeing of the Brucejack team," Newcrest added.
According to the company's statement, all mining and processing operations at Brucejack have been suspended until further notice.
"Newcrest's focus is on providing support to all those impacted during this distressing time. There is nothing more important than the safety and wellbeing of those who work at Newcrest," it said.
Newcrest is the largest gold producer listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and one of the world's largest gold mining companies. Newcrest owns and operates a portfolio of operating mines and exploration projects located in Australia, Canada and Papua New Guinea.
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