Worker Injured in Holliston Scaffolding Collapse; OSHA Opens Investigation
- A scaffolding collapse at a Holliston condominium site seriously injured a worker on January 12.
- Emergency crews stabilized the individual and arranged transport by medical helicopter to a Worcester hospital.
- The incident prompted notification of OSHA, which will review workplace conditions and safety compliance.
- The response emphasized coordinated efforts among regional dispatch, fire departments, and medical teams to manage the construction‑site emergency
Maintenance Worker Killed in Machete Attack During Las Vegas Eviction Assist
- A maintenance worker assisting with an eviction at a Las Vegas apartment complex was killed in a machete attack.
- The incident happened when the worker used a ladder to access a second‑floor balcony after the resident did not open the door.
- The resident allegedly broke through a sliding door and attacked both the worker and a deputy constable.
- The constable survived with non‑life‑threatening injuries, and the suspect now faces multiple charges, including murder.
Lawrence County Construction Worker Airlifted to UAB Following Table Saw Incident
- A construction worker in Lawrence County sustained a serious hand injury in a table saw accident and was airlifted to the hospital.
- The worker applied a self-tourniquet using prior medical training to control bleeding before first responders arrived.
- First responders provided advanced medical care at the scene and Lawrence Medical Center.
- Authorities are investigating the workplace accident.