Mechanic Hospitalized After Being Struck By Car: West Hartford PD

WEST HARTFORD, CT — Emergency crews responded to Midas Auto in West Hartford Thursday afternoon after a mechanic was injured by a vehicle, according to police. The West Hartford Police and Fire departments responded to Midas, located at 918 New Britain Avenue, at about 12:30 p.m. on the report that a mechanic had suffered an unknown injury and was on the floor, according to Lt. Michael Perruccio.

Perruccio said the call was quickly updated to include that a vehicle had “struck or fallen onto the mechanic.”

“Upon arrival, first responders treated the victim who had sustained visible injuries to his back,” Perruccio said in a press release. “The victim was provided initial aid and then transported to Hartford Hospital by ambulance for further treatment/evaluation. The victim was conscious and speaking when transported.

“The exact circumstances of how/what exactly occurred and how the car was involved are still being investigated by police and OSHA.”

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