Crime & Safety
Man Dies After Chain Saw Strikes Power Line in Niantic
The workplace accident occurred Friday afternoon, May 6, on Park Place in Niantic.

A 32-year-old man died Friday, May 6, after he was involved in a tragic accident while working in a cherry picker. According to FOX61, the accident happened at approximately 12:50 p.m. on Park Place in Niantic.
He was reportedly using a chain saw when it struck a power line. The man, identified as Donald Rutty, was transported to L + M Hospital and passed away from injuries.
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