Case New Holland workplace accident, Flight for Life responds

MOUNT PLEASANT, Wis. - Two workers at Case New Holland in Mount Pleasant were flown to a hospital after a forklift fell on them Wednesday morning, May 29.

Flight for Life and first responders rushed to rescue two men, ages 65 and 81. Investigators said the men had been using a forklift to move heavy cement blocks just before 10:30 a.m. 

"What happened is these two people were trying to remove a chain that was stuck on the end of the forklift – it was stuck in the machinery," said Mount Pleasant Police Capt. Eric Relich.

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The workers knocked the chain out and ended up trapping themselves. Relich said there was no hydraulic pressure, and the lift then fell on top of the two men. 

"The lift fell on their legs, the lower leg areas from what I understand," Relich said. "Last report I got is that they are in good spirits, they are being treated for serious injuries."

Case New Holland Plant in Mount Pleasant near Oakes and Durand

CNH statement:

"We are deeply saddened to confirm that two contractors working in Racine, Wisconsin were seriously injured earlier today. Our thoughts are with them and their families during this difficult time. We are fully cooperating with the authorities in their investigation to determine the cause of the accident. At this time, we are focused on providing support to those affected and ensuring the safety of all our employees and partners."