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Victim in fatal tractor incident identified

A man killed in an incident involving a tractor in Antigonish Co. has been identified.

The incident happened on the East Tracadie Rd. at roughly 8:30 p.m. Saturday.

John Francis Cotie, a 57-year-old man from East Tracadie, was trying to repair the tractor on the side of the road when it rolled on him; he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say their investigation continues.

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8:46 am, Apr 17, 2026
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