Worker death at Wolfspeed reportedly caused by electrocution

The death of a worker at Wolfspeed's Durham campus last week was reportedly caused by electrocution, the N.C. Department of Labor told Axios Tuesday.

• The Oct. 13 workplace death triggered an investigation by the N.C. Department of Labor.
• In 2019 and 2020, three workers in the state died of electrocutions, according to DOL.

What they're saying: "OSHA and Wolfspeed are actively investigating the circumstances that led to a tragic employee fatality," a spokesperson for the company said in an email.

• "Unfortunately, Wolfspeed is unable to provide any further information during this investigation and asks everyone to respect the privacy of the family during this difficult time."

Of note: Wolfspeed, the maker of silicon carbide chips, is planning a $5 billion materials plant in Chatham County, Axios previously reported.