Over 100 Firefighters Working at Scene of Crane Collapse in Manhattan

An investigation surrounding a fatal crane collapse in New York City’s financial district is ongoing, a spokesperson for the New York City Police Department (NYPD) told Sputnik on Friday.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) — Almost 140 firefighters are working at the scene of a crane collapse in lower Manhattan, local media reported Friday, citing the New York City Fire Department. 

Wow, Crane collapses are no joke. This looks crazy, stay safe #NewYork pic.twitter.com/qvqgyjhysX

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According to the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), one person was found dead at the scene and two people are being treated for serious injuries.

LATEST INFO: Officials say 3 hurt, 1 killed in crane collapse in NYC https://t.co/d4eHTK8BQC via @NBCNewYork pic.twitter.com/2YM3o5JjSI

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"This incident just occurred at approximately 08:22 hours this morning," the NYPD said. "The investigation is ongoing."

The crane collapse occurred at 40 Worth Street and West Broadway, approximately half a mile north of the World Trade Center, the FDNY added.