Gembrook: Tony Alessandro Volta has died after being trapped in a harvester

The man who died in tragic farm accident in Gembrook has been identified as a much-loved grandfather.

‘Tony’ Alessandro Salvator Volta died in tragic farming accident on June 29. Image: supplied

A beloved grandfather from Melbourne’s south east is being remembered as “the most hardworking man,” after a tragic accident involving heavy farming machinery.

“Tony” Alessandro Volta, 82, became trapped inside a harvester on a Ure Rd farm in Gembrook at 10am on Wednesday, June 29.

It is believed Mr Volta was working alone on the harvester in a paddock.

He was found unresponsive, before emergency services arrived.

Ambulance Victoria and the CFA worked with Victoria Police to remove Mr Volta’s body from the machine.

A police spokesperson said a report was being prepared for the Coroner.

A spokesperson from WorkSafe said they are investigating the incident.

Mr Volta’s death brings the workplace fatality told to 24 for 2022, six fewer than this time last year.

More to come.

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