A medieval tower near the Roman Forum in Rome, Italy, has partially collapsed during renovation work, resulting in severe injuries and trapping one worker.
According to authorities, hundreds of tourists witnessed the incident as firefighters attempted to rescue the trapped worker using a mobile ladder. However, another part of the structure collapsed during the rescue, forcing firefighters to retreat.
Firefighter spokesman Luca Cari confirmed that one worker remained trapped hours after the initial collapse.
Author's summary: Medieval tower collapses in Rome, injuring workers.