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Man in His 50s Seriously Injured in Fall at Rochester Castle in Kent

Officials described a medical emergency that drew a coordinated response from police, fire crews and HART paramedics.

Overview

  • Emergency services were called on Thursday morning, with police logging a 9:33am call after local reports of activity from about 8:40am.
  • South East Coast Ambulance Service treated the man for injuries to his chest, femur and ankle at the scene.
  • He was taken by road to King’s College Hospital in London for further treatment, according to officials.
  • Kent Fire and Rescue Service sent three engines along with technical and line rescue units, working alongside HART paramedics.
  • Kent Police attended to support ambulance crews, and no further update on the man's condition or any investigation has been issued.