A mining accident in Bolívar state, Venezuela, resulted in the death of one worker and injuries to another. The deceased has been identified as 32-year-old Carlos Blanca, an employee of the Auromin mining alliance. The incident occurred within a Minerven mine, a state-owned gold mining company’s concession. Details surrounding the cause of the collapse have not yet been released. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns within Venezuela’s mining sector. Authorities have not yet issued a statement regarding investigations or preventative measures. The accident was reported by EL NACIONAL, a Venezuelan news outlet.