Tree Branch in Central Park Falls, Injures Man

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009

breaking1breaking2 Breaking News: a large tree branch fell in Central Park, hitting a pedestrian, at approximately 8:00 am.  The man was walking in the park near the 63rd-64th Street entrance when the branch broke off and fell on his head.  Paramedics and police promptly arrived to the scene, and after about 15 minutes, took him to a hospital, where he seemed to be in serious condition.

Update: According to CBS 2 Online, the 30-year-old man went into cardiac arrest and is now in a coma at the hospital.  He is currently listed in critical condition at Cornell Medical Center.



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  • http://achickenineverygrannycart.wordpress.com ann

    I ran past this this morning and was wondering what was going on. I could see the branch and surmised that that was what had happened, but thanks for the confirmation. Found you through MUG this morning, great site, thanks so much.

  • LH COVEN

    I am an accident investigator working on behalf of the family of the injured pedestrian. We are interested in speaking to anyone who might have witnessed this accident or might of pictures that we can obtain, including the two posted on this site. Please contact me via Email or at 1-800-378-7574. Thanks

    LH Coven, Bradley Group, LTD

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