Tragedy at Kings Mountain Manufacturing Facility: One Killed in Cleveland County Workplace Accident
KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC — A workplace tragedy has struck the Cleveland County community after a person was killed in an industrial accident early Tuesday morning, May 27, 2025, at the NVR Building Products Inc. facility located on Riverside Court in Kings Mountain. Authorities confirmed that the incident, which occurred during standard working hours, involved a fatality under circumstances that are still under active investigation.
The Kings Mountain Police Department was called to the scene shortly after the incident occurred. Upon arrival, officers and emergency medical services responded to what was described as an “industrial accident involving a fatality.” The individual was pronounced dead at the scene.
Limited Details Amid Ongoing Investigation
As of Tuesday evening, law enforcement officials have not released the identity of the deceased out of respect for the family, who, at the time of reporting, were still in the process of being notified. It is also unclear what role the victim held at the plant, whether they were a full-time employee, contractor, or visitor, and what specific circumstances led to the fatal event.
Local authorities, including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), are expected to conduct a full investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the fatality, assess whether safety violations occurred, and evaluate whether additional measures are needed to prevent future incidents.
The NVR Building Products facility, which specializes in manufacturing construction components such as prefabricated walls, trusses, and other residential building elements, has not released a statement yet regarding the incident. It remains unknown whether operations have been paused or if employees were sent home following the tragedy.
Community in Shock
Word of the fatal accident spread quickly through the Kings Mountain area, where the manufacturing facility is a well-known employer. While official information remains scarce, the news has generated an outpouring of concern and sympathy across social media and community channels.
“This is so sad. You go to work thinking you’ll come home that day,” said one local resident. “My prayers go out to the family and the workers who had to witness or hear about this. It’s devastating.”
Many workers in similar industries have expressed worry and called for a renewed focus on safety and preventative training, especially in industrial and construction-related environments where the risk of severe injury or death is heightened.
Safety and Accountability in Focus
Workplace fatalities, particularly in manufacturing and industrial environments, are rare but tragically not unheard of. Incidents like this one highlight the critical importance of workplace safety protocols, equipment checks, hazard assessments, and employee training.
According to OSHA, thousands of industrial workers are injured or killed on the job each year in the U.S., with many of these accidents linked to machinery, falls, or equipment failures. While it’s too early to know the exact cause in this case, experts say any fatal workplace incident must prompt serious reflection and investigation.
Awaiting Further Information
As investigators continue their work and the family of the victim is informed, more details are expected to be released in the coming days. Authorities have urged the public and media to be patient and respectful as they work through the formal process of identification and notification.
A final determination regarding cause of death, liability, or safety violations could take days or even weeks, depending on the complexity of the investigation.
If you or someone you know has been affected by a workplace tragedy and needs support, local grief counseling and employee assistance programs are available.
This heartbreaking event serves as a sobering reminder of the risks that many workers face daily — and the importance of valuing every individual behind the machinery, labor, and industry that keep our communities running. As Kings Mountain mourns this loss, it also looks toward answers, accountability, and healing.
