Gregory Knopf Death Accident, Sharonville, Ohio Obituary

An investigation is underway in Sharonville, Ohio, after a fatal industrial accident at a Ford facility claimed the life of a worker.

Authorities say the incident occurred Monday morning at the Ford Transmission Plant, where 61-year-old Gregory Knopf was performing routine maintenance on a press machine. According to police, the machine was inadvertently activated, pinning him.

Emergency crews responded quickly, freeing Knopf from the equipment before initiating lifesaving measures. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Officials say multiple witnesses were present, and the incident is currently being treated as an industrial accident.

The case remains under investigation by the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Ford Motor Company.

The family is expected to release obituary, memorial, funeral, and visitation arrangements in the coming days. Pending those details, not all information may be fully confirmed, and this report may be updated as new information becomes available.