BOSTON (WHDH) - A worker died after a fall at a construction site in Boston Friday, police said.
A Boston police spokesperson said the incident happened near 12:45 p.m. in the area of 219 Tremont Street, which is the listed address of Emerson College’s Cutler Majestic Theatre. Emergency crews responded and the worker was pronounced dead at the scene.
In addition to police, officials said personnel with OSHA and the Boston Inspectional Services Department were on scene after the worker fell from the building.
SKY7-HD was over the area near 2:15 p.m. and saw emergency crews gathered along Tremont Street. Police had part of the road blocked off with caution tape.
Boston police did not identify the worker who died and did not share information about how they fell. A spokesperson for OSHA confirmed the agency was aware of the incident and investigating but also did not share any additional information.
Emerson College President Jay Bernhardt addressed the incident in a letter to the campus community Friday afternoon, saying “Emerson College extends our deepest sympathies to the loved ones of this person and our heartfelt support to anyone who may have witnessed this tragedy.”
“We are still learning more about what occurred, and are in open, ongoing contact with city authorities.” Bernhardt said.
While the investigation into the incident continued, Bernhardt directed anyone in need of support toward a series of campus resources.
“It’s really sad and tragic because you figure these guys are trained to do stuff,” said one person in the area. “But accidents do happen.”
Al Cunha said he was walking down Tremont Street on his way to an appointment when he saw emergency crews.
“The cops, the ambulance and everything were hauling fast down here and then they just stopped,” Cunha said.
Scaffolding could still be seen above the alley of the Majestic Theatre near 4 p.m.
Woodlyne Millien, who frequently walks in the area, said the situation was sad.
“But I did have concerns because, some of the time, this stand…will be shaking,” Millien said.
Asked if she was ever nervous to walk in the area, Millien responded.
“Yes,” she said, “…Especially on a rainy day.”
“It’s sad to see that you come to work, you’re working hard all day and then you can’t go home to your family,” Cunha said. “I’m sad for the family to get that call.”
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