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Gavin Bunny Abbott killed in Bungama property accident

A man killed in an accident on a farm in Bungama has been identified.

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A Mid North farmer killed in a workplace incident has been identified as local identity Gavin ‘Bunny’ Abbott.

Emergency services were called to a private property at Bungama, near Port Pirie, about 4.10pm Friday.

Gavin Abbott has been identified as the man killed at a Bungama accident. Picture: Facebook
Gavin Abbott has been identified as the man killed at a Bungama accident. Picture: Facebook

It is understood Mr Abbott, 66, suffered serious injuries at the property.

He was taken to hospital but tragically died.

Friends have described Mr Abbott as someone who would help anyone, and a “great bloke”.’

“ … was a all-round great guy who would help anyone … will be sadly missed,” one wrote on social media.

“Such a great bloke, will be missed by many,” wrote another.

SafeWork SA was advised of the incident.

Police on Saturday said the death was not suspicious.

A report would be prepared for the coroner.

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