Lincoln County man killed in mowing accident - WV MetroNews

Published
June 08, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Branchland, West Virginia
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Incident type
Fall, Workplace, Amusement park

Summary

Fall Injury Branchland West Virginia in Branchland, West Virginia: Barry Brunty, 62, of Branchland was killed when his zero‐turn mower fell into an embankment and pinned him in a creek. First responders performed CPR and transported him to St. Mary’s Medical Center, but he died shortly thereafter from his injuries. The incident is under investigation with no foul play suspected.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Barry Brunty Driver Fatal

Original reporting

Lincoln County man killed in mowing accident - WV MetroNews

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