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NYC manhole cover may have been dislodged by truck before woman fatally fell in, Con Edison says

NYC manhole cover may have been dislodged by truck before woman fatally fell in, Con Edison says

Summary

A woman in Midtown Manhattan died after falling into an open manhole. Con Edison, the energy company, said a truck might have moved the manhole cover before the accident happened.

Key Facts

  • The incident took place on Monday night in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
  • A woman parked her car near the location and then fell into the manhole.
  • The fall was fatal.
  • Con Edison suggested that a truck passing by may have dislodged the manhole cover.
  • The manhole cover was left open at the time of the accident.
  • Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the manhole cover being open.
  • The event raised safety concerns about manhole covers in busy city areas.
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