Man who died in forklift incident was 'much loved'

The family of a 63-year-old man who died in an "industrial incident" involving a forklift truck have paid tribute to him.

Merseyside Police said Michael Leppert died at the scene of the incident, which happened at about 10:15 BST on Wednesday at Seaforth docks.

"Mike was a much-loved son, dad and very devoted grandad and he will be sorely missed," said his family in a statement. Police said the family "request privacy at this time as they process their loss".

No further details have yet been revealed about the incident, but Merseyside Police said its officers and the Health and Safety Executive were investigating.

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