Janesville first responders rescue man stranded, having medical issue crossing Rock River

  • Source: WISC-TV CBS 3 Madison
  • Published: 09/07/2020 12:21 PM

A man was rescued by first responders after he was stranded crossing the Rock River and having a medical issue early Monday, officials said. The Janesville Police Department said officers and firefighters responded at 5:30 a.m. to the area of the Center Avenue Bridge near 900 Center Avenue to check on a person’s welfare. According to the report, a 51-year-old man was experiencing a medical event and was stranded on the railroad trestle crossing the Rock River. The man was brought to safety with the help of the Janesville Fire Department.



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