Police have released the name of a man who died in a Canterbury workplace incident in on April 16.
He was 22-year-old Henry Wild. The incident was in Newland, in the Ashburton district.
The NZ Herald earlier reported the incident occurred on a farm.
“Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time,” said police, in a statement released on Thursday.
“The death has been notified to WorkSafe.”
The Ashburton Celtic Rugby Club posted a tribute to Wild on Facebook: “Our Celtic community grieves the loss of Henry Wild, one of our talented senior men, who passed away yesterday in a tragic workplace accident. Our hearts go out to his family, teammates, team management and friends.
“Last night, we gathered at Celtic to share stories, and offer comfort to one another. Let’s continue to talk and hold each other up during this difficult time.
“Henry will always be remembered in our Celtic family for his skill, passion, humour and resilient spirit both on and off the field.”