Worker in NYC Killed in Crane Accident
Submitted by Mike on Tuesday, 25 August 2009One Comment
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A crane accident on Throgs Neck Bridge killed an electrician. Reports are saying that the man was crused by falling crane equipment, but there is no details on the accident yet. This accident is currently under investigation, so check back frequently for updates.
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Thanks. Have been working as an electrician for a while now so this is useful.
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