A worker died following the partial collapse of a crane and parking lot under construction at Government Center on Saturday night, authorities said.
The collapse occurred at 1 Congress St. around 5:40 p.m., authorities said.
Police said a young man who was operating a crane was killed when his crane collapsed approximately nine stories with a large amount of debris. The worker’s name has not been released.
Boston EMS also took a bystander to an area hospital, but he was not physically injured.
“This is a horrible tragedy and my heart goes out to the family and loved ones of the worker here tonight,” said Boston Mayor Michelle Wu.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the worker during this terrible time,” added City Councilman Ed Flynn, who represents the neighborhood. “Our prayers are with him, his family, and I know the city will support that worker and his family. It’s a tough time, but this city sticks together, especially in tough times.”
The demolition is part of the $1.5 billion Bullfinch Redevelopment Project. The completed project is expected to include a parking lot surrounded by office and apartment buildings. The site has been under demolition for some time.
“This is a very complex site and we know that the workers who take the risks of this should never have to worry, their family should never have to worry if they go home at night,” Wu said.
She said the city will do “whatever it takes to find out what happened here.”
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is on scene investigating the collapse.
