Construction Fence on Vienna's Mariahilfer Straße Overturned: 71-Year-Old Still in Critical Condition

"The patient has been admitted to an intensive care unit. Unfortunately, her condition is considered life-threatening," the hospital stated on Thursday in response to an APA inquiry. The heavy metal fence fell on the pensioner late Wednesday morning. Investigations are underway on suspicion of negligent bodily harm.

Woman Remains in Critical Condition After Accident with Construction Site Fence in Vienna-Mariahilf

According to police spokeswoman Julia Schick, the accident occurred around 11:40 AM on Mariahilfer Straße. Passersby provided first aid. The emergency services transported the woman to the hospital with severe head and other injuries after emergency medical treatment.

The exact circumstances of the accident were still being investigated on Thursday. According to initial findings, an object used on the construction site tipped over against the fence, causing it to fall just as the 71-year-old was passing by.

(APA/Red)

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