A medieval tower in central Rome, Italy, near the Colosseum, partially collapsed on Monday (November 3) during renovations of the structure, critically injuring one worker and trapping another.

Firefighters used a mobile ladder to bring a stretcher to the upper level of the Torre dei Conti to rescue the worker who remained trapped, as per the Associated Press.

During the rescue attempt, another part of the Torre dei Conti structure partially collapsed, forcing firefighters to retreat.

Firefighter spokesman Luca Cari confirmed that the one remaining worker remained trapped hours after the initial collapse.

Cari added that a rescued worker was being treated in critical condition and that another three workers were rescued and were unharmed.

“We are trying to get him out alive but the si

See Full Page