Crime & Safety

Firefighters Rescue Man Stuck In A Manhole

First responders utilized a rope system to reach the man and safely bring him to the surface, officials said.

First responders utilized a rope system to reach the man and safely bring him to the surface, officials said.
First responders utilized a rope system to reach the man and safely bring him to the surface, officials said. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

PACOIMA, CA — Firefighters Sunday rescued a man stuck in a manhole in Pacoima, authorities said.

Firefighters and paramedics dispatched at 2:17 a.m. to 12400 W. Osborne St. utilized a rope system to reach the man and safely bring him to the surface, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

His condition was unknown and there was no other immediate information available.

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— City News Service