Horse-handler dies at work in southern NSW

A horse-handler has died after being trapped under the tailgate of a horse trailer in southern NSW.

Police say the 55-year-old got stuck under the tailgate and died between 9.30am and 1.45pm at a property at Mangoplah, near Wagga Wagga, on Wednesday.

A co-worker found his body at 1.45pm.

The death is not considered suspicious and police will prepare a report for the coroner.