Man who died in Seaforth Docks incident named

63-year-old Michael Leppert died yesterday

Author: Owen ArandsPublished 1st May 2025

A man who died in an industrial incident at Seaforth Docks has been formally identified as 63-year-old Michael Leppert from Seaforth.

Emergency services were called to the site at around 10.15am on Wednesday following reports that a man had been involved in a collision with a forklift truck.

Mr Leppert was pronounced dead at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

In a tribute, his family described him as a “much-loved son, dad and very devoted grandad” who will be “sorely missed.”

They have requested privacy as they process their loss.

A joint investigation is ongoing and is being led by Merseyside Police in collaboration with the Health and Safety Executive.

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