Worker rescued after falling into grave in South Brunswick cemetery

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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