May 30th, 2008: Manhattan Crane Collapse at 91st Street and 1st Avenue

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On May 30th, 2008, a crane collapsed at a construction site at East 91st Street and 1st Avenue in New York City killing two construction workers. These photos were taken immediately afterwards from a neighboring apartment building.

Photos taken after the crane collapse – May 30th, 2008

Photos taken during the set up of the crane on April 27th, 2008

Written by Seth Holladay

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