WESTFIELD–A local man fell from a bridge over the weekend, authorities said.
Westfield Police and Fire Departments were originally called around 8 p.m. Saturday evening, for a man that had fallen from the Great River Bridge.
Scenic overlook on the Great River Bridge
The man fell from the bridge–which officials say is roughly 30 feet high–after leaning over a rail near a set of stairs that led to the railroad trestle. Police said that alcohol may have played a factor.
The fall was witnessed by the man’s son, who called 911 along with a bystander. The man was originally reported in and out of consciousness, according to Westfield Police.
The victim was transported to Baystate Medical Center in Springfield by Westfield Fire paramedics, where he is currently listed in fair condition.
No names and ages of the involved parties have been released.
