Crime & Safety
Man Rescued From Trench In Olde Kensington
Chopper 3 was over the scene when the man was rescued after 30 to 40 minutes in the trench.
June 16, 2023
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Rescuers have freed a man who was trapped in a trench in Olde Kensington. First responders were called to the 1200 block of North American Street near Girard Avenue, just before 8 a.m. Friday.
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Chopper 3 was over the scene when the man was rescued after 30 to 40 minutes in the trench.
The man was only buried up to his knees and his life was likely not in danger due to being trapped, Philadelphia Fire Department Battalion Chief Derek Bowmer said.
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