Worker injured when brick wall collapses on him

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A partially collapsed brick wall Photo credit Getty Images

Bridgeport, Conn./WTIC Radio - In Bridgeport, a worker who became trapped in the basement of a home under construction has been rescued.

The worker became trapped in the structure on Stratford Avenue shortly after 9:00 a.m., police said.

He was rescued about three hours later.

Officials say the 35-year-old became trapped when a brick wall collapsed on top of him.

A second collapse occured when crews were trying to rescue him.

The worker sustained non life-threatening injuries to his lower legs.

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