Construction worker in Baldwin Hills dies after getting trapped under tractor in dirt lot

A construction worker died after a tractor crashed at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza redevelopment site, leaving him trapped underneath, authorities said.

According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, a man was operating a tractor when it rolled, trapping him underneath around 10:40 a.m. on 3751 West Santa Rosalia Drive.

A heavy equipment operator was able to remove the tractor, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

The developer of the site confirmed later in the day that it was a construction worker who died in an equipment-related incident.

He's yet to be identified publicly.

"We are deeply saddened by this tragic loss. Our heartfelt condolences are with the worker's family, friends, and colleagues," said Partner Jason Lombard, on behalf of the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza Partnership.

Aerial images from the scene showed investigators examining the tractor in the middle of what appeared to be a dirt lot.

Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza Partnership wrote in a news release that they are cooperating fully with authorities as the incident is investigated.   

The project is the redevelopment of the former Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza mall and surrounding acreage.