Elderly man injured after crane overturns onto care home roof in Penang

BUKIT MERTAJAM: An 84-year-old resident at an elderly care home in Permatang Tinggi was injured when a crane toppled and crashed onto the roof of the facility. Penang Fire and Rescue Department assistant operations director John Sagun Francis reported receiving an emergency call at 12.38pm. The crane was reportedly unstable on uneven ground before it overturned and struck the dormitory's roof.

The victim suffered a head injury and was transported to the hospital by personnel from the Health Ministry. At the time of the incident, 49 individuals, comprising residents, workers, and a crane driver, were present at the care home. Among the injured was a 20-year-old male resident. Firefighters ensured the area remained safe, cordoned off the scene and controlled public access to prevent unauthorized entry. The rescue operation concluded at 1.45pm.