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Crane Overturns on Malibu's Broad Beach Road, Injuring One

Officials have not determined how the crane tipped over.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department reported the overturned construction crane in the 31300 block of Broad Beach Road shortly before noon Wednesday.
  • The Los Angeles County Fire Department received a 10:28 a.m. call about a person trapped and rescued the victim by about 11:19 a.m.
  • The entrapped individual was taken to a hospital and no other injuries were reported, according to fire officials.
  • Deputies closed the 31300 block for an investigation and heavy-equipment removal and advised drivers to use alternate routes.
  • Authorities said the location is about three miles from Zuma Beach and did not provide an estimated time for reopening.