Local man killed in farming accident

A 43-year-old man was killed in a farming accident in Mercer County on Friday.

Ronald L. Meier, of Maria Stein, was working on a skid loader when the machine's bucket fell, pinning him between the loader and bucket, according to a release from Sheriff Jeff Grey.

At 3:50 p.m., Sheriff's deputies responded to the 1200 block of Homan Road in Maria Stein, after Meier's father called 911.

Meier was found dead at the scene, according to deputies.

The Mercer County Sheriffs Office is investigating the accident. The Osgood Fire Department rescue squad assisted in the response.

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