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Worker rescued after falling into grave in South Brunswick cemetery

Worker injured after falling into grave at South Brunswick cemetery
Worker injured after falling into grave at South Brunswick cemetery 00:26

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. -- There was a freak accident at a cemetery in New Jersey on Tuesday afternoon.

A worker had to be rescued after falling into a grave during a burial at Holy Cross Cemetery in South Brunswick.

First responders say a piece of wood broke while a casket was being lowered, causing the worker to fall on top of the casket.

The worker was taken to a local hospital to be treated. His condition is unknown.

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