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Man critically injured at EMR scrapyard in Camden was ‘impaled’ by blowtorch

Source: WHYY · Jul 29, 2026, 5:00 AM

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Man critically injured at EMR scrapyard in Camden was ‘impaled’ by blowtorch news image

A man was critically injured at an EMR scrapyard in Camden after being impaled by a blowtorch. The incident happened just days after a judge permitted EMR to restart its shredder facility, which had been shut down following a fire in May.

The accident raises ongoing concerns about safety practices and oversight at the metal recycling facility in Camden.

Key points

  • Man critically injured by blowtorch at EMR scrapyard in Camden
  • Incident occurred days after court approved restart of shredder facility following May fire
  • Safety concerns persist at the metal recycling facility
  • Judge had recently allowed EMR to resume operations after previous fire damage

FAQ

What happened at the EMR scrapyard in Camden?
A man was critically injured after being impaled by a blowtorch at the EMR scrapyard facility in Camden. The incident occurred just days after a judge authorized the restart of the facility's shredder operations.
When was the shredder facility allowed to reopen?
The judge approved EMR to restart its shredder facility recently, just days before this incident. The facility had been shut down following a fire in May.
What is EMR?
EMR operates a metal recycling and scrapyard facility in Camden. The facility includes a shredder operation used in processing scrap metal.

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