Trapped man dies at Kinmel Bay recycling centre

A man in his 60s has died after he became trapped by equipment at a Conwy county recycling plant.

Firefighters and ambulances went to Recycle Cymru at Tir Llwyd industrial estate in Kinmel Bay near Rhyl at about 19:30 GMT on Thursday.

But North Wales Police said the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

The company's owner Stephen Jones said he was "devastated". An investigation is continuing and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has been informed.

The Welsh Ambulance Service said it sent two rapid response vehicles to the recycling site.

"I am absolutely devastated and shocked. I can't believe it," said Mr Jones.

"He had been working for us for about three months and he loved the job. He was a fantastic guy."

The owner added: "My feelings go out to his immediate family. We are working with the authorities to find out what happened."

Det Chf Insp Neil Harrison from North Wales Police confirmed that an investigation at the Kinmel Bay site was underway.

"We are liaising with the HSE and the man's family have been informed," he said.