On Wednesday, an accident at Peachtree Presbyterian Church in Buckhead, Atlanta, left two men severely injured after a fall from scaffolding. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, the incident occurred shortly before 6 p.m. with both victims falling at approximately 30 feet. One man was left with a critical head injury, while the other sustained serious injuries to his lower extremities, necessitating a tourniquet.
Atlanta Fire Rescue responded to the scene at Roswell Road, which was temporarily closed to accommodate the emergency crews, according to 11Alive. The names and ages of the individuals involved have not been disclosed to the public as the investigation into the accident continues.
The church at 3434 Roswell Road has seen ladders and work crews lately due to renovations in its main sanctuary. It's unclear if the incident is related to the renovations.
Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the scaffold collapse and the protocols followed. Local authorities are examining the safety measures in place at the time of the accident by the company hired for the church's renovations, aiming to prevent similar incidents in the future.
